A D.C. federal court judge called out Republican lawmakers who have downplayed the violence of the deadly Capitol insurrection on Jan. 6 while handing out the first sentence for a rioter involved in the attack. Continue reading “‘Utter Nonsense’: Judge Takes Aim At GOPers Who Downplayed Capitol Attack”
Podcast Theme Song Competition
Calling all musicians/composers/dexterous felines:
We at the Josh Marshall Podcast are taking submissions for a new and original show theme song!
Some quick guidelines:
- The clip should run about a minute and a half, two minutes max
- It should be high-quality audio
- We will pay for the winning submission
- We ask for these compositions by the end of July — send them to talk at talkingpointsmemo dot com with “podcast theme song competition” in the subject line
Thank you to everyone who has already submitted — we can’t wait to listen!
-Kate, JMP co-host
Senators Acknowledge That Time Is Running Out For A Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal
Noises are emerging from Capitol Hill that infrastructure talks may be nearing a make-or-break point.
Milley Rattles Gaetz While Blasting GOP’s ‘Critical Race Theory’ Bogeyman Du Jour
Gen. Mark Milley, the chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, defended teaching so-called “Critical Race Theory” to members of the military during a congressional hearing before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday. Continue reading “Milley Rattles Gaetz While Blasting GOP’s ‘Critical Race Theory’ Bogeyman Du Jour”
First Plea Deal Reached In Oath Keepers Capitol Attack Conspiracy Case
The first plea deal has been reached in a massive conspiracy case alleging that several members of the Oath Keepers, the right-wing extremist group, planned together to interrupt Congress on Jan. 6.
Continue reading “First Plea Deal Reached In Oath Keepers Capitol Attack Conspiracy Case”
What A Profane Cheerleader’s Case Could Mean For Jan. 6 Insurrectionists
This article is part of TPM Cafe, TPM’s home for opinion and news analysis.
A new ruling about a potty-mouthed high school cheerleader from the Supreme Court Wednesday indicates that the Court is still very protective of free speech, but is also troubled by violence. This could have implications for the hundreds of defendants who are awaiting trial for their roles in the insurrection at the Capitol on January 6, 2021. This could also have implications for ex-President Trump, should he be charged. If insurrectionists were trying to weasel out of jail time using the First Amendment, this new ruling suggests they should tap the brakes.
Continue reading “What A Profane Cheerleader’s Case Could Mean For Jan. 6 Insurrectionists”
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DeSantis: Defund Universities That Promote ‘Indoctrination’
Florida state colleges and universities that show signs of “indoctrination” may be defunded, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) said on Tuesday, as he and others on the right crusade against what conservatives have decided to call “Critical Race Theory.”
Continue reading “DeSantis: Defund Universities That Promote ‘Indoctrination’”
Where Things Stand: Most Americans Think ‘Audits’ of 2020 Are Partisan Endeavors
The majority of Americans can see right through the intentions of the ongoing and impending “audits” of the 2020 election springing up around the U.S.
But a decent chunk — 37 percent — also think that voter fraud is a major problem in the United States.
Continue reading “Where Things Stand: Most Americans Think ‘Audits’ of 2020 Are Partisan Endeavors”
Michigan GOP-Led Probe Finds No Evidence Supporting The Big Lie
An investigation spearheaded by Michigan Republican lawmakers did not find evidence supporting falsehoods of widespread fraud in the 2020 election that have been peddled by former President Trump. Continue reading “Michigan GOP-Led Probe Finds No Evidence Supporting The Big Lie”