Rep. Jamie Raskin: Trump's First Return to Capitol Hill Since Jan. 6 Cements His GOP "Stranglehold"
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Former President Donald Trump returned to the U.S. Capitol last week for the first time since the January 6 insurrection in 2021, where he met with Republican lawmakers including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and reportedly discussed how to quash his 34 felony convictions stemming from his New York fraud case, as well as how to punish prosecutors involved in the various cases against him. "His return to Capitol Hill showed that he has cemented his political stranglehold over the Republican Party," says Democratic Congressmember Jamie Raskin of Maryland. "While they are attacking the rule of law … they're doing everything they can to compromise the judiciary and to destroy the rule of law in our country."
We also speak with Raskin about Gaza and anger from many Democratic voters over the Biden administration's support for Israel's assault on the Palestinian territory.
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0:00 Intro
1:16 Trump & the GOP
7:14 Supreme Court
11:39 Cannabis pardons
13:52 Gaza
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We have a genocide enabler versus an insurrectionist. What a democracy.
@tommartin5667-dt7ny
5 күн бұрын
Why is the fact that Trump said "PEACEFULLY" and "RESPECT THE CAPITOL POLICE" not emphasized by the main stream media?? Also what about the evidence the violence was encouraged by the democrat leadership and FBI implants within the crowd? I'd crawl through broken glass to vote and replace this EVIL Democrat power structure. Joe Biden is just the head of the snake.
I appreciate Amy asking Raskin questions about Gaza, but I really wish she would've followed up on more of them e.g. with democracy at stake in America, why is the Biden administration showing so little movement toward what the Democratic base has been protesting for for months?
@devansantori557
8 күн бұрын
Amy played softball with raskin. 😢
@ichoosewombo2124
8 күн бұрын
Can't make everything about Gaza FFS.
@zman0729
8 күн бұрын
@@ichoosewombo2124 True that! And how is the Biden administration supposed to force Netten-Yahoo into a cease fire. They haven't been able to sanction Putin into stopping his uncalled for Invasion of Ukraine.
@biometronome7010
8 күн бұрын
@@ichoosewombo2124 the interview wasn't "all about Gaza" was it ffs?
@Power_to_the_people567
8 күн бұрын
Gaza is ranking very low on importance among voters.
So the part of international law that calls for proportionality in retaliatory measures, in your estimation, hasn’t been ‘overstepped’? Gimme a freak’n break, Raskin!
@ronaldgum6409
6 күн бұрын
You do realize he's Jewish!!!
Israel doesn't have a right to defend itself under international law, not on occupied land
@maelstrom8757
8 күн бұрын
Not true. There is no provision of International Law that permits Hamas to kill and kidnap Israeli civilians because they are on occupied land. The biggest obstacle to peace now is that the US ignores violations of International Law by Israel when the IDF kills and kidnaps Palestinian civilians. Excusing atrocities against civilians when Hamas comits them means that you don't believe in International Law any more than President Biden does. Without International Law any hope for the world is fucked not only in terms of ending genocide in Palestine but also for solving the climate catastrophe and preventing nuclear war.
@p2pportal
6 күн бұрын
Wow ur comment actually allowed me to realize (partially) why there seems to be so much disconnect in the beliefs and actions of Americans and what is actually accurate regarding Israel etc.
@p2pportal
6 күн бұрын
Understand that Raskin is under the influence of EXTREME bias & mental dissonance, as a result of his kids being at the capitol on Jan 6. Making it even worse, he was seperated from them during the panic of the riots and the authorities response. They had to barricade themselves in his office with an aide from his staff, believing they were in dire danger because of what they were told was occurring and what they heard outside the office. And as if that wasn’t enough, all this happened just two weeks after he buried his son who had tragically taken his own life. So suffering ongoing trauma and having a biased viewpoint and approach to anything related to January 6 is CERTIANLY UNDERSTANDABLE. However, it should also be reasonable and understandable that he should have no role in directing or deciding strategy or actions related to January 6 either. In fact it’s down right hypocritical to not consider his own conflicts and bias while at the same time calling for the refusal of Supreme Court justices.
@russell-hj6kp
5 күн бұрын
Israel a 1000 years ago went from the Euphates River to the Mediterranean sea, and technically still does
@63rambler66
3 күн бұрын
Did England have the right to defend it? How about the Ottoman Empire before it, or the rulers before them? Did the Romans ? How about the Israelites before the Romans?
FREE JULIAN ASSANGE 💙
@FridgeStalker
9 күн бұрын
Trump: Russia if you're listening, find those emails Assange: Here they are sir Impeccable timing, huh?
@tokenspirit6140
9 күн бұрын
Lock up Trump instead!! This country is insane, if it would Even think of electing this, ignorant, criminal Ar-h-le!
@flixfan1
9 күн бұрын
Assange worked for Putin. He collaborated with Donny Jr. He's a snake.
@mladyriad
9 күн бұрын
Free him and Peltier as well‼️
@mladyriad
9 күн бұрын
@@FridgeStalker You’re misinformed and that’s a fact.
Raskin’s hesitance to call 4 all weapons and military support to be cut to Israel is more than disappointing. Had hope he would not give in to the lobby but it’s clear where that is with his language there. Very sad
@haniffhaniff5764
8 күн бұрын
lobby is too strong
@mladyriad
8 күн бұрын
@@haniffhaniff5764 Too rich is more the case
Register early and vote every republican out of office everywhere. 🌊🇺🇲👍
@tommartin5667-dt7ny
5 күн бұрын
Why is the fact that Trump said "PEACEFULLY" and "RESPECT THE CAPITOL POLICE" not emphasized by the main stream media?? Also what about the evidence the violence was encouraged by the democrat leadership and FBI implants within the crowd? I'd crawl through broken glass to vote and replace this EVIL Democrat power structure. Joe Biden is just the head of the snake.
$50 direct. But Congress can accept millions through PACs.
Interestingly his critique of the Republican party's anti-democratic practices doesn't extend to the Democrats.
He is till full of 💩 never said Palestine once
@celinesleiman6001
8 күн бұрын
It is calling our resistance.. terrorists.. as H(0)Ie
@Find-Your-Bliss-
8 күн бұрын
He mentioned Gaza… you just missed the end where he’d do discussed Netanyahu. Your lack of attention is not his problem.
@cynthiabragg2611
8 күн бұрын
tRump is an Evil Autocrat 🤑✅
@X-Warrior.1119
6 күн бұрын
@@Find-Your-Bliss-- BINGO!
Say it, Raskin. PALESTINE. You can't, can you?
"I haven't figured that out yet". Translation: The polls haven't told me what I should do. Lemme make it easy for you, *Sir*. Don't go.
we are being showed who really rules this country, big money, corporations, clarence thomas is safe, his wifes family has a lot of power, that's why neither one will be ever convicted
boy did he really worked himself into a pretzel once the 10/7 subject came up
Unthinkable describes the ongoing events in Gaza perfectly!
@innerlocus
9 күн бұрын
Former President Donald Trump said in an interview aired Thursday that Israel needs to “finish what they started” and “get it over with fast. Unthinkable? Not for fascist TRUMP.
Lost all respect for this man. Spineless is the word that comes to mind.
@p2pportal
6 күн бұрын
Understand that Raskin is under the influence of EXTREME bias & mental dissonance, as a result of his kids being at the capitol on Jan 6. Making it even worse, he was seperated from them during the panic of the riots and the authorities response. They had to barricade themselves in his office with an aide from his staff, believing they were in dire danger because of what they were told was occurring and what they heard outside the office. And as if that wasn’t enough, all this happened just two weeks after he buried his son who had tragically taken his own life. So suffering ongoing trauma and having a biased viewpoint and approach to anything related to January 6 is CERTIANLY UNDERSTANDABLE. However, it should also be reasonable and understandable that he should have no role in directing or deciding strategy or actions related to January 6 either. In fact it’s down right hypocritical to not consider his own conflicts and bias while at the same time calling for the refusal of Supreme Court justices.
@celestesmith6060
5 күн бұрын
A well spoken slug.
The quality of American politicians is too disappointing........
An unaccountable Supreme Court, 100 senators we don't need limitations @ 435 for Congress, who would pretend this is a Democracy!
With the election of Dolt-45 our fascist Oligarchy will be fully out in the open. I really feel for the youth of today 🙏 😕
"The Lesser of the Evils is not your priority, so do not let them fool you!" Lowkey,
We need a package so that we can leave the country if we want to
@user-wo7rk7rt6q
9 күн бұрын
Enjoy your trip. Be happy. People throughout history have emigrated to new homelands for excellent reasons and excellent results. Again, be happy. I think you'll wish you had done so years ago.
This isnt political discourse this is propaganda lmao
Duopoly gets what it wants. Heads they win tails you lose. Capiche?
@easyaccessjeans
8 күн бұрын
Cornel West 2024
Horse raise tail politician open mouth same thing happens. (Lakota Sioux)
Raskin has supported Israel all along. No respect for this pick and choose democracy approach.
So Raskin is paid by APIC?
@greggasiorowski1326
9 күн бұрын
Obviously
@hwi6913
9 күн бұрын
I do not think so. He simply expresses his thoughts honestly. If Netanyahu comes to Congress and the war has not stopped, I believe he will not attend.
@shawndorv8953
9 күн бұрын
4sure
@David-vf5rf
9 күн бұрын
Most are, unfortunately for US citizens
@David-vf5rf
9 күн бұрын
Just remember Austin got confirmed in Senate by a vote of 93 to 2
Politicians and diapers must be changed often and for the same reason. (Mark Twain)
@notperfectbutstillbeautifu2077
9 күн бұрын
Nice
Democracy now sends out surveys that I have answered EXCEPT I CAN NOT SUBMIT THEM BECAUSE THEY WANT A DONATION IN ORDER TO SUBMIT. IF YOU WANT ANSWERS THEN STOP ASKING FOR DONATIONS TO GET THE ANSWERS.
Does living within your means only apply to the working class (that runs the Country)? SCOTUS justices (e.g.Thomas and Alito) can afford their own luxury vacations. If they can't, then they need to stay home.
@p2pportal
6 күн бұрын
Why? Clarence Thomas has been friends with Harland Crowe for 25 yrs, before he even became a Supreme Court justice. If a friend invites them on a trip, especially one who HAS NEVER HAD ANY INVOLVEMENT IN ANY CASE heard by the SCOTUS. Clarence Thomas’ idea of a vacation and what he usually does, is drive around the country, camping in a motor home, one that is from the 90’s! This is a nothing burger man, don’t fall for it. And at the very least the hypocrisy of the dems/left must be evident to you.
It has been gratifying to watch the so-called moral majority and GOP debase themselves for this man-child.
He is telling the crowd about the massive environmental destruction he'll do and the crowd cheers
@hanmugi
9 күн бұрын
I heard it and threw up in my mouth. His following of irrational fanatics will be the end of democracy and I really don’t know how we’re gonna live. We could run into trouble if he doesn’t wanna leave office. He’s already allocated his position enough executive power in Proj ‘25. We’re overdue for a complete political party upheaval.
The party of personal responsibility say's "Not so fast." We never hold our beloved corporations accountability for the corporations purpose is to prevent the consequences of their actions.
@Jose-sy1je
9 күн бұрын
They always run the highest debt levels and print the most money. Then they give it to the rich and later claim the debt has to be repaid by cutting the poor
3:40 the beauty of it all is if Donald Trump is re-elected, there ain't a damn thing you or your ilk can do about the people he wants to pardon.
The lesser of two evils is still Evil . Dump Trump. Say No to Genocide Joe. Vote Green. Jill Stein for President 💚
@Jose-sy1je
9 күн бұрын
You are proposing a candidate who can't win. So all you do is take the votes away from the other one they would vote for. And that isn't Trump.
Amy should be ashamed of herself: President Trump. Call him Mr. Trump. Convict Trump. Continuing to pander to the monster they help create.
@alicejyi4705
9 күн бұрын
Ex president would be appropriate
@lesliet.2583
9 күн бұрын
More appropriate: convicted felon Trump.
@waynefoote3781
8 күн бұрын
I said something about this too! makes me really wonder about the word Democracy. I really like her though and i love this show for the most part it is just that I can't stand it when anyone refers to that disrespectful 34 time felon as president!
@deehana75
7 күн бұрын
You should be ashamed , She did addressed him President Trump. At 17:07 ,,, or you just listen to what you want to listeb to and turn deaf ears to other that you dont like to listen to. She is using the suitable title based on the context he is mentioned in
Jamie Raskin should join the squad. So glad his cancer treatment was successful.
Thank you, Amy, and Congressman Raskin!
we're so fucked lmao- ty for covering the fall of the republic
Newly-minted felon, Trump walks out of the courthouse as a free man. No immediate lockup.
love to listen to Congressman Raskin! he is just lucid and puts things into perspective, always
I'm surprised Trump's allowed anywhere near Washington DC after The Insurrection.
@user-wo7rk7rt6q
9 күн бұрын
The Demcrats empowered the Insurrection of 2020, not anyone else.
There is no good presidential enamonee for 2024. We are doomed
Please Rep. Raskin don't stop investigating these justices. This needs to come to an end. There is no justice in America when the Supreme Court is bought by trump. Please don't stop.
Drill baby drill ? Horrifying
@oliviasimonich2386
5 күн бұрын
Drilling has never stopped. Just more hyperbole from trump.
Very disappointed with Raskin's response re Israel. It was a very long word salad about nothing. Them answers should have been yes or no, but he couldn't do it. A real shame.
@terebrate
4 күн бұрын
He's Jewish, why would you expect him to oppose his tribe's genocide of Gaza?
These people are all told what to say and do, what a farce!!!
Raskin is a Hero. !00% American Patriot.
Trimp is such an ignorant person
Amy's kvetching and spieling about a Supreme Court justice's questionable behavior, crying to a congressman " What shall be done; Alito flew a frag wrongly?" The world is powerless against these thugs in robes. Oh, wait there is this old document called US Constitution... And what do you know? There is an itty-bitty constitutional remedy against frauds in such robes; Article 3, section 1 Judges of the Supreme and inferior courts serve during good behavior! That is the lowest bar for removal from office of any elected gov't official. Senators, House congressmembers, President & VP all have a higher bar: High crimes and misdemeanors for impeachment and trail leading to removal from office. Use the tools available, or don't blame the Founder's.
get a spine jamie
It's too late for me they've already taken 4 1/2 years off my life for🎉 marijuana and all of my high school education in the California youth offenders😢 nothing can bring back the years I've lost in jail for marijuana
love your coverage of Gaza but this man was caught making up things on j9
This justice system must change
Las Vegas wasn't the most deadly massacre in American History. Tulsa was worse. Elaine was worse. Wounded Knee was worse.
@fuckbankers
8 күн бұрын
There must be an investigation into Black Wall Street.
Order of AIPAC ?
Lousy "'answer" to the question whether he is going to listen to Netanyahu. Utterly disappointing.
So will the Republican Party change their name to the MAGA Party cuz as far as I can see there is no more Republican Party
I thought Democracy now hated liberals
The real story was what went down at the black church. I don't blame you for not covering that part in depth, it makes Trump look too good.
Mr Raskin is serving as our voice of reason and should be treated with respect
@djinghiskhan9199
9 күн бұрын
lol clown
@ericsuarez834
9 күн бұрын
No! Fk that, he is a supporter of Netanyahu and someone who criticized Nazi Ukrainians just to now say there's no Nazis in Ukraine
@johnnoflin7157
9 күн бұрын
And he should put you in prison first day in office
@lovely-mk4rt
9 күн бұрын
@@ericsuarez834 UGH! Get some common sense
@ericsuarez834
9 күн бұрын
@@lovely-mk4rt how dare you defend him? Do you know what are you supporting?
Jamie Raskin loves AIPAC money!
@waynefoote3781
8 күн бұрын
he is not EVIL though. No one is perfect but I take an honorable man rather than complete dishonor!
Rep. Raskin is an honorable man with a vision.
What progres? On both sides, really, shut up
Why are you complaining, Ruskin? You can fundraise off of this.
Jamie Raskin is the only Republican I would ever consider voting for. He has shown himself to be incredibly brave and true to the Constitution. Liz Cheney was also brave, but I know who her daddy was.
Raskin.......it is a Zonist...!!!!!!!
Same as Biden He needs to step down
@bucknaked6199
9 күн бұрын
Done more for Americans than any other president! Especially tRump!
Seriously...this guy!
Thank you
Cop killer and company.Defending guns instead of the children killed by them.
@p2pportal
6 күн бұрын
Wait , children? The upheld abortion pills in a unanimous decision right? A big win for the dems/liberal left, but one a bit incongruous with “protecting children” hahah
Free Palestine 🇵🇸
20 min vid of projecting everything they are guilty of onto the innocent.... @2:50 he says exactly what this video is to people who believe it.... Im Canadian and i can see the bullshit from all the way up here 🤣
Um and um and um and give it up
Tunkuruchu 🦉An ancient owl, one who foretells death. At a party held by all , he was humiliated by some and as revenge, he would visit them announcing their deaths💀
Who is doing the most killing israel or palestine?
@waynefoote3781
8 күн бұрын
who started IT?
@bazs2855
8 күн бұрын
@@waynefoote3781Is not real in 1948.
@waynefoote3781
8 күн бұрын
@@bazs2855 Last october! Who started that war? How fair was that?
@bazs2855
8 күн бұрын
@@waynefoote3781 the war started in 1948. And it continues. War is not fair for either side.
@waynefoote3781
8 күн бұрын
@@bazs2855 You are right about that.
❤️
Feck welfare isashite
Tiny Fool's Gold Fingers
@13 min !❤🔥🤌🤌🤌
Stop complaining about SCOTUS and do something!
Jamie Raskin, you just changed my opinion of you.
@waynefoote3781
8 күн бұрын
How so?
@oliviasimonich2386
5 күн бұрын
Too "waffling" about israel.
He means his first day in JAIL .
@otto8049
9 күн бұрын
That's right. Jail for Fatso, America's first mob boss president.
❤ YHWH IS HERE
It's a true blessing to have a trustworthy & competent official as Mr. Raskin to represent righteousness. 👍🏽👍🏾👍🏻👌🏽
The Buddha is laughing and crying somewhere.
@FridgeStalker
9 күн бұрын
He sounds Histrionic and imbalanced
America has the best democracy money can buy.
4:36 like you ..
Amy! Thank you for asking hard-line questions to one of the few Senators I respect. Mr. Raskin didn't answer the way I wish he would have. He is between a rock and a hard place. Thank you both.
boring segment. "Trump bad" yes we know he's bad
I am so grateful for Jamie Raskin. He is a very trustworthy person that speaks the truth to lies and gross misunderstandings.
He should run for president.
Raskin the Rascal 🤣
Uh, uh, uh, blah, blah, blah!!!!!!!!
Raskin SMH
Raskin is one of the few rational adults with integrity left in congress.
Typical slimeball politician
Presidential race is heating up
@greggasiorowski1326
9 күн бұрын
The only thing heating up is the climate.
This guy talking is one of the worst ones of all of them in the Government!!!.
Raskin has never spoken a single syllable of truth in his whole life.
I like Jamie Raskin's personality, but, at the end of the day, he's just a politician.