Morning Wire Domestic Terror Law & Sussmann Trial | 5.18.22
May 18, 2022
In light of the Buffalo mass shooting, discussions surge on domestic terrorism laws, stirring intense debate on gun control and labeling violence. A public hearing unveils national security concerns tied to UFOs, with military officials sharing serious testimonies about unidentified aerial phenomena. Meanwhile, the trial of Michael Sussman raises eyebrows, revealing connections to the Clinton campaign and the Trump Organization, as legal battles unfold over accusations of misleading the FBI.
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Domestic Terrorism Act Debate
- Democrats are pushing for stricter gun laws and revived the Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act after the Buffalo shooting.
- Republicans oppose the bill, citing concerns about government overreach and free speech.
Congressional UFO Hearings
- The House Intelligence Committee held public hearings on UFOs, now termed "Unidentified Aerial Phenomena" (UAPs).
- Officials acknowledged unexplained UAP reports, emphasizing national security concerns over extraterrestrial life.
Sussman Trial Begins
- Michael Sussman's trial began, marking the first from Durham's investigation into the Trump-Russia collusion narrative origins.
- Sussman is accused of lying to the FBI about his ties to the Clinton campaign when presenting supposed evidence of a Trump-Alpha Bank link.