Today's Top Political and Coronavirus News Compilation - Friday, February 12, 2021 (1 Viewer)

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day:


Bruce Castor (Senate Television via AP)

Trump lawyers argue impeachment based on ‘hatred,’ not facts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump’s impeachment lawyers accused Democrats of waging a campaign of “hatred” against the former president as they sped through their defense of his actions and fiery words before the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, hurtling the Senate toward a final vote in his historic trial. ...

Updated 6:10 PM CST

Trump lawyers portray impeachment trial as Democratic witch hunt

Trump's impeachment defense rests after three hours: 'There was no insurrection'

Trump impeachment trial live updates: Defense hammers at alleged Dem hypocrisy

LIVE UPDATES Trump's second impeachment trial: Day 4

Key GOP senators question when Trump knew Capitol was breached

The Latest: Trump didn’t incite riot? ‘Get real,’ Dem says

Impeachment Live Updates: Trump lawyers show montage of Democrats saying "fight"

Top takeaways from Trump impeachment trial

Impeachment Day Four: What you missed

Trump lawyers say former president did not know Pence was in danger at the Capitol

Chris Wallace: Trump lawyers made 'silly argument' with 'fight' video

Trump's impeachment defense team rests, arguing his words before riot were 'ordinary political rhetoric'

Trump Defense Tries To Switch Blame, Saying Democrats Didn't Condemn Looting

Fact check: Trump lawyers make multiple false claims in impeachment defense

Austin to press NATO allies on defense spending

No. 2 GOP senator suggests he's open to censuring Trump

Trump impeachment: Key takeaways from defence case

Trial highlights: Trump grievances and the word ‘fight’

Majority agrees: Don’t punish Trump for election theft claims

DC attorney general weighs legal viability of charging Trump under local statute

Nikki Haley breaks with Trump: 'We shouldn't have followed him'

Florida House GOP members slam possible Biden travel ban to Sunshine State as 'unequivocally unconstitutional'

'Political vengeance': Trump's defense blasts second House impeachment as partisan attack

Democrats mock Trump team's video showing them say 'fight'

"Plainly a distraction": Democrats react to videos from Trump's attorneys in impeachment trial

Governors, mayors need $350 billion to fight COVID, Biden says

Senate GOP gripped by conviction vote intrigue
Top advisers ditch anti-Trump Lincoln Project as implosion gains steam over sexual harassment scandal

Nikki Haley criticizes Trump and says he has no future in the GOP

Pilloried in Washington, Marjorie Taylor Greene is loved back home

GOP senators huddle with Trump's team

A women-focused recovery, Nikki Haley’s choice and a farewell

Trump might be forced to give up his biggest cash flow, as rest of his businesses flounder

State Department revokes Houthis' terror designation despite attack on Saudi airport

Stacey Plaskett Addresses Emotional Toll Of Seeing Black Women Used in Trump Defense

Capitol rioters boasted on social media. Now, they're scrambling to scrub phones and pictures
Biden will try to close Guantanamo after ‘robust’ review

POLITICO Playbook PM: The Trump attorneys’ counsel of alternative reality

Sanders spars with Trump attorney during trial Q&A
Fox hosts Dobbs, Bartiromo strike back in voting fraud suit

Biden has not spoken to Netanyahu

Stimulus bill would boost incomes of poorest Americans by nearly $4,000

Cuomo to meet with Biden as NY nursing-home scandal explodes

Republican enthusiasm for second Trump term lags as impeachment trial nears end

What the Capitol siege, impeachment trial teach us about trauma

Months after Biden win, Arizona officials still face threats

Board that will decide Trump case rules against Facebook in yet another speech dispute

Biden says he's anxious to see what Republicans do in impeachment trial

In impeachment trial, it depends on what the definition of 'move on' is

Biden makes first trip to the rustic mountain retreat of Camp David
Nebraska Sen. Sasse bets political future on opposing Trump

Investigating Trump a big early move for new DA
Biden officials move to begin rescinding Medicaid work requirements

Paramilitant communications under close scrutiny in Capitol riot investigation, court records show

Coachella first city in U.S. to require "hero pay" for farmworkers
White House aide suspended for threatening reporter

Lincoln Project’s Steve Schmidt bought million-dollar Utah house as operatives got rich
Riot video spotlights mob’s focus on stopping Biden win

U.S. senators prod Biden administration on Nord Stream 2 pipeline sanctions

WH considered threat to reporter 'private matter' at first

Democrats debate whether to move on from Trump or seek another form of punishment after impeachment trial
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Anti-Trump Republicans face major challenge in launching third party

'Our president wants us here': Democrats show rioters saying they did it for Trump

5 takeaways from Day 3 of Trump's impeachment trial

Graphic riot videos not enough to convict Trump, some Republican senators say

Trial highlights: ‘We were invited’ and a quick defense

Managers seek to make GOP think twice about Trump acquittal

Biden pledges to fix decrepit U.S. infrastructure in bipartisan push

'Damage' control: Key takeaways from Day Three of Trump's second impeachment trial

Five can't-miss moments from Day Three as Democrats concluded their impeachment case against Trump

Impeachment managers conclude their case and urge Senate to convict Trump for inciting insurrection

GOP senators met with Trump's impeachment team to talk strategy

'We are listening to Trump,' impeachment prosecutors use rioters' own words as evidence (video)

Convict Trump or face dire democracy damage, prosecutors say

Five charged with Proud Boys conspiracy in deadly U.S. Capitol attack

FBI arrests Kentucky militia members connected with Boogaloo Bois

Grand jury declines to indict two Buffalo officers who pushed elderly protester

If Convicting Trump Is Out of Reach, Managers Seek a Verdict From the Public and History - NY Times

Rep. Stefanik demands prosecution of Cuomo, aides after bombshell report on COVID nursing home deaths

Footage from the Capitol riots shows Nancy Pelosi's staffers barricading themselves (video)

News and analysis on Trump's trial / Follow live

GOP senators praise impeachment managers but say Trump will be acquitted

Day 3 key takeaways from Trump's 2nd impeachment trial

Trump impeachment trial: Key takeaways on day three

Cruz: 'No chance whatsoever' Trump will be convicted by Senate

Trump impeachment attorney says his colleague has been 'unfairly maligned'

Federal Budget Deficit Expected To Hit Second Largest Since World War II

'Brings tears to your eyes': What we learned from previously unseen riot footage at the impeachment trial

Lincoln Project to launch outside probe amid new revelations

Trump's defense team expected to finish its arguments in one day

Where Republican senators stand on Trump's 2nd impeachment trial

NRCC will ‘absolutely’ support Republicans who backed impeachment, finance chair says

Trumpism on trial: Here's what you missed on Day 3

"Unprecedented" in FBI history: What we know about the Capitol riot arrests

Senators show signs of fatigue on third day of Trump trial

San Francisco city attorney files for emergency court order to open public schools

Watch Day Three highlights: House managers rest their case

China will 'eat our lunch,' Biden warns after clashing with Xi on most fronts

House Managers Say Trump Remains A Threat To Democracy And Urge Senate To Convict

Pompeo spent $10,000 in taxpayer funds on China-made pens for fancy dinners

Trump defense lawyer thinks impeachment trial will wrap up on Saturday

Biden decree ends ‘emergency’ that Trump used to build wall

ND House passes bill barring trans youth from teams that match their gender identity

Military officials were unaware of potential danger to Pence's 'nuclear football' during Capitol riot

Justice Scalia quoted in defense: 'You can't ride with the cops, but root for the robbers'

Scoop: Biden considering prominent Republicans for ambassadorships - Axios

Democrats press contractors on small business loan fraud probe

DOJ: Oath Keepers waited on Trump signal before siege

Cuomo aide tells NY Democrats administration hid nursing home data to keep it from Trump DOJ: Report

Watch Rep. Jamie Raskin close first round of arguments for conviction (video)

Despite searing images at impeachment trial, impact remains unclear

‘It would be very difficult’: Dems prepare for heartburn over Biden immigration plan

House panel advances portion of relief package that includes $1,400 checks

AP FACT CHECK: The senator and Trump’s misdialed phone call

Trump was sicker from Covid than the public was told at the time, report says

National Republicans dive into Newsom recall with $250,000 investment

Trump Facebook ban draws flood of opinions as Oversight Board nears ruling over Capitol riot suspension

Basically, we froze': Cuomo aide admits office hid virus nursing home deaths

House Democrats Use Trump's Own Words To Argue He Showed No Remorse After Attack

Dems implore senators to use ‘common sense’ in impeachment vote

Josh Hawley's wife describes being alone with infant during protest outside family home: 'I heard shouting'

Fact check: Claim about an insurrectionist trying to send a Pelosi laptop to Russia hasn't been proven

Dave Ramsey on stimulus checks: 'If $600 or $1400 changes your life, you were pretty much screwed already'

Trump Justice Department Sought to Block Search of Giuliani Records - NY Times

Impeach an Ex-President? The Founders Were Clear: That’s How They Wanted It

Pelosi introduces bill to award Capitol Police with congressional gold medals

Democrats pushing Biden’s COVID-19 bill through House panels

Trump impeachment trial live updates: Trump attorney signals trial could end Friday

Justice Department drops lawsuit against Melania Trump's ex-friend over tell-all book

U.S. judge orders detention for alleged Proud Boy who blames Trump for Capitol riots

'His Essential MO': Trump Had History Of Approving Of Violence, Democrats Allege

CNN's Cuomo knocks Cruz for breast milk tweet during impeachment: 'Do your damn job'

Mark Meadows: Trump 'plans to stay in the arena'

LIVE UPDATES: Biden flips on China threat, warns Beijing could 'eat our lunch'

Trump is already shaping the 2022 Senate battle

New video captures pepper-sprayed girl’s wait for EMTs

The Problem Isn’t Just One Insurrection. It’s Mass Radicalization.

Myanmar protesters back as US sanctions coup leaders

Myanmar's military junta remits over 23,000 sentences

Attacks on elderly Asian Americans leaves community 'traumatized'

Blinken, UN head share first call after US rejoins Climate Accords, WHO

BBC World News barred in mainland China, dropped by HK public broadcaster

Democratic senators say there's no need for witnesses in Trump impeachment trial

Wisconsin judge denies request to re-arrest Kyle Rittenhouse, hike bond

Biden faces bipartisan backlash after firing prosecutor probing corruption among Illinois Democrats

Assault charges dropped against Buffalo police officers seen pushing protester

Federal judge upholds release of Capitol riot suspect who wielded bullhorn, pipe

Kim lays blame at officials for N. Korea’s economic failures

Myanmar ruler calls for end to protests as U.S. imposes sanctions

Biden decree ends ‘emergency’ that Trump used to build wall

Airlines can now pick their own Atlantic routes thanks to the pandemic, saving fuel

'A very scary place': Men allege years of abuse at Missouri Christian school

Florida Gov. DeSantis calls threats of domestic travel ban ‘unconstitutional, unwise and unjust’

At least 6 dead in massive crash involving over 100 cars

Biden moving to withdraw Trump-approved Medicaid work rules

Feds: Man charged in riot suggested bringing weapons by boat

Guatemala opposition politician says migrant massacre in Mexico may be 'state crime'

Judge sides with Britney Spears in latest court battle against her father

Coronavirus News and Updates:
Updated 5:55 PM CST

U.S. CDC recommends schools reopen with masks and rigid health protocols

CDC: Strong evidence in-person schooling can be done safely

COVID-19 vaccine FAQ: Answers to your most common questions

COVID-19 could become a seasonal illness like the flu, experts say

White House says no intention to require COVID-19 testing on domestic flights

Vaccine sites shut down as Biden promises more shots

Pentagon approves 20 additional COVID-19 vaccination team

Cuomo aide apologizes to lawmakers for withholding COVID-19 death toll in New York nursing homes

Why Canada is falling behind in Covid vaccinations

Black hospital faces vaccine mistrust from unlikely source

'A lot of cowboys out here': Rural California embraces lockdown defiance

Daily coronavirus cases tip back over 100,000

Moderna in talks with FDA to increase vaccine doses per vial
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Biden says US is securing 600 million vaccine doses by July

Biden announces deal for 200 million more COVID-19 doses

Biden says Trump 'did not do his job' on coronavirus vaccination program, urges patience

House Democrats rest case in Trump impeachment trial, urging senators to convict

Biden is accused of shifting goal posts on reopening schools as CDC readies new guidelines

Trump's Covid-19 condition was so concerning that doctors considered putting him on a ventilator, source confirms

Here are the states prioritizing educators in COVID-19 vaccine rollouts: Map

Everything you need to know about getting a Covid-19 vaccination

AP: Over 9,000 virus patients sent into NY nursing homes

WHO chief: Wuhan lab leak theory needs further study

Biden indicates that masks will be worn though next year

CDC considering classifying schools into color-coded zones for reopening

Brazil says Amazon COVID-19 variant three times more contagious

CDC to release guidance on reopening schools as Biden's plan comes under scrutiny

‘Overwhelm the problem’: Inside Biden’s war on COVID-19

Vaccine chasers are subverting eligibility requirements by finding shots likely to be trashed

Dr. Fauci predicts "virtually everybody" could start getting vaccinated in April as states grapple with shortages

Inside Biden’s COVID war: 'Overwhelm the problem'

First COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Japan from Pfizer: media

Melbourne enters new lockdown, barring Australian Open crowds