Kushner's Saudi Investment, AOC's Take On Tim Gurner, Trump On Biden Impeachment: Top Politics Stories This Week

The political landscape was anything but calm this past weekend. The high-stakes drama unfolded as prominent political figures, including Jared Kushner, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Former President Donald Trump, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, made the headlines. Here is a round-up of the top stories that shook the political world this weekend.

Raskin Sheds Light on Kushner’s Saudi Investment Probe

The $2 billion investment that Jared Kushner‘s private equity fund, Affinity Partners, received from a Saudi investment fund backed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sparked controversy. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) recently clarified why Democrats did not initiate an investigation into this investment during their Senate control in 2020 and 2021. Raskin revealed that Kushner’s alleged wrongdoings came to light only after the Trump administration concluded. Read the full article here.

AOC Takes On Australian Billionaire Over Worker Compensation

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) hit back at Australian property tycoon Tim Gurner for implying that workers are overpaid and underproductive. Gurner, who expressed his concerns at the Australian Financial Review’s Property Summit, believes the COVID-19 pandemic has led to reduced productivity. Read the full article here.

Raskin Warns GOP of Potential Fallout from Biden’s Impeachment

In a stark warning to the Republican Party, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) suggested that an attempt to impeach President Joe Biden could lead to the party’s undoing. Raskin revealed that many Democrats believe the impeachment effort spearheaded by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) might backfire on the Republicans. Read the full article here.

Trump Reportedly Backs Biden’s Impeachment Inquiry

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly backing the impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden, led by House Republicans. Trump is said to be discreetly advising the House GOP, including talks with Conference Chair Elise Stefanik, on the impeachment proceedings. Read the full article here.

Greene Criticizes House Freedom Caucus

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) took a swipe at the House Freedom Caucus, referring to it as the "burn-it-all-down caucus". Greene, who was ousted from the caucus earlier in the summer, voiced her contentment in being a "free agent" and concentrating on her legislative duties. Read the full article here.

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