Matt Gaetz resigned from the current Congress and may not return to the next Congress. There's speculation he could be appointed to a Senate vacancy, but this would require support from Governor DeSantis and may face competition for the seat.
Gaetz withdrew his nomination due to an immovable block of five or six senators who were unlikely to support him, preventing a successful confirmation vote.
Bobby Kennedy Jr. is predicted to face the toughest confirmation due to significant opposition from industries like pharma and GMOs, which stand to lose billions if he is confirmed.
Jussie Smollett avoided serving his 150-day jail sentence due to a ruling by the Illinois Supreme Court that his prosecution by a special counsel after the original charges were dropped constituted double jeopardy.
Biden's move to lift restrictions on long-range missiles for Ukraine could escalate the conflict with Russia, potentially leading to a wider war and increased casualties. Critics argue it's a last-ditch effort by the Biden administration to escalate the war before Trump takes office.
Concerns about war escalation with Russia stem from the Biden administration's aggressive actions, such as lifting restrictions on long-range missiles for Ukraine, and the possibility that hardliners in Russia may refuse peace deals, pushing for further territorial gains.
Russia's use of a hypersonic missile in Ukraine marks the first time such a weapon has been used in combat between two countries. This action signals a significant escalation and demonstrates Russia's military capabilities, potentially altering the dynamics of the conflict.
The Thoughtcrime crew is optimistic about the potential for peace under a Trump presidency, believing that Trump's approach to negotiations and his willingness to broker deals could deescalate conflicts, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East.
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