The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: December 11th
Dec 11, 2020
The electoral college is set to officially select Joe Biden as president-elect amid ongoing challenges from Trump and the Republicans. Biden’s reappointments from the Obama era could shape the future administration, stirring debates on experience versus innovation. The humorous side features discussions on celebrity impersonators and the legacy of aviation legend Chuck Yeager. Plus, a quirky study suggests that buying toys for kids might bring more happiness than experiences, sparking a nostalgic look at cherished childhood memories.
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Importance of Electoral College Vote
- The Electoral College vote on Monday is a crucial formality, especially given Trump's attacks on the election results.
- Trump continues to call for the results of the free and fair election to be overturned.
Trump's Shifting Tone
- President Trump's tone has intensified, shifting from legal challenges to direct calls to overturn the election.
- He tweeted "#overturn," indicating a desire to change certified results despite lacking evidence of fraud.
Texas Lawsuit
- The Texas lawsuit, joined by other Republican attorneys general, seeks to invalidate election results due to voting procedure changes.
- Legal experts question its merit due to lack of standing, as Texas hasn't demonstrated direct harm.