Correction: This post has been edited. This post incorrectly stated that John Eastman was involved with the CU Law School; he is not. His courses at the University of Colorado–Boulder have been canceled.
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IN LOCAL NEWS
Polis Releases Greenhouse Gas Roadmap
Gov. Jared Polis released his “Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction Roadmap” yesterday, which outlines rules and legislation recommended for reaching emissions reductions.
Colorado Cities Ask for Federal Help With Vaccine Rollout
The mayors of Denver and Aurora are asking President-elect Joe Biden for direct access to COVID-19 vaccines and funding to speed up distribution. (Denver Post)
Melvin Gordon Pleads Not Guilty
Broncos running back Melvin Gordon pleaded not guilty to a DUI he received in October. He could face suspension from the NFL for three games, depending on the outcome of the case.
Olympic Swimmer Arrested for Rioting in D.C.
A former Olympian from Colorado was arrested this week for joining the mob that storming the U.S. Capitol last week.
Senate Pull Double Duty
Michael Bennet says the U.S. Senate will handle the impeachment of President Donald Trump and begin working on the Biden administration agenda simultaneously. So he’s going to be extra busy for a little while.
IN NATIONAL NEWS
Law Professor ‘Retires’ Following Insurrection
Law professor and conservative scholar John Eastman is retiring, according to his employer, Chapman University, after spreading unsubstantiated allegations about voter fraud last week, prior to the Capitol insurrection. Eastman’s planned courses at CU Boulder have also been canceled
The Possibility of Incitement Charges
Legal experts seem to agree that President Donald Trump likely won’t face criminal charges for inciting the attack on the Capitol. But it’s not impossible.
None of the President’s Men
The attorneys who represented President Donald Trump at his first impeachment trial are not representing him again, and the president is having a hard time finding replacements.
Biden Details Economic Recovery Plan
President-elect Joe Biden outlined his economic recovery plan, which includes sending out $1,400 checks, adding to unemployment benefits and providing more aid for businesses and local governments.
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