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February 29, 2024

National News

The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump is immune from federal prosecution. Here's what's next

The decision in Donald Trump's immunity case could push a trial close to Election Day — or even beyond this year.

apnews.com/article/prosecuted-election-interference-april-immunity-claim-2020-election-7ddd54224350e0fbbf6b71a4461874c7?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share

McConnell's exit as Senate leader means new uncertainty as GOP falls in line with Trump

Long before Sen. Mitch McConnell surprised colleagues by announcing he would be stepping down as the Republican leader this fall, he knew the time had come.

apnews.com/article/mcconnell-senate-trump-biden-congress-d493370f8e2c3a8fa6058af20866fd28?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share

The Supreme Court Disappoints

This afternoon, the Supreme Court told us that it will hear Trump's presidential immunity appeal. After sitting on it for two and a half weeks, they've issued a brief grant of certiorari, scheduling argument for the week of April 22. It’s a major disappointment for people who believe justice can be done and presidents are not above the law. And understand, this is not about politics. This is not about using a criminal prosecution in an unfair way against a candidate for office. This is about seeking justice and accountability, the core functions of our criminal justice system. “Justice delayed is justice denied” is the earworm that’s burning through my brain tonight.

open.substack.com/pub/joycevance/p/the-supreme-court-disappoints?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

State News:

Another Tennessee legal battle brews over bill preventing challenge of House rules in state court – Tennessee Lookout

Rep. Gino Bulso, a Brentwood lawyer, contends the First Amendment doesn't apply to House rules, arguing it can hold floor sessions in secret.

tennesseelookout.com/2024/02/29/another-tennessee-legal-battle-brews-over-bill-preventing-challenge-of-house-rules-in-state-court

Local News & Arts:

Morning Fax:

Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday at the E.G. Fisher Public Library with a craft and coloring on Saturday, March 2nd. It will be available all day. ✓The Athens City Schools Board of Education meets Monday, March 4. The draft agenda and packet can be viewed HERE.

Next up in the 2023-24 House Blend Concert Series is Evening with the Stars at the Sue E. Trotter Black Box Theater on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 7:30 PM. This showcase of regional talent will hold auditions Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 6:30 PM at The Arts Center. Those interested in auditioning should be at The Arts Center ready to perform at 6:30 PM on Thursday March 7, 2024. A pianist will be available to play live accompaniment if needed. Auditioners should bring sheet music if the accompanist is needed. AACA house band, September Song, will be on stage during rehearsals (Monday March 18 and Thursday March 21, both at 6:30 PM) and during the show, to back-up solo acts.

Political Cartoon:

Seniors:

February 28, 2024

Behind the horse race–type coverage of the contest for presidential nominations, a major realignment is underway in United States politics. The Republican Party is dying as Trump and his supporters take it over, but there is a larger story behind that crash. This moment looks much like the other times in our history when a formerly stable two-party system has fallen apart and Americans reevaluated what they want out of their government.

open.substack.com/pub/heathercoxrichardson/p/february-28-2024?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

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