U.S. 'Awfully Close' to a Constitutional Crisis, Says Kamarck

U.S. 'Awfully Close' to a Constitutional Crisis, Says Kamarck

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The transcript discusses the potential for a constitutional crisis involving the U.S. president. It highlights the need for clear evidence of high crimes and misdemeanors as defined by the Constitution. Former spymaster Brennan accused the president of treason, suggesting he is in high crimes territory, though this may be an overstatement. There is significant suspicion that Vladimir Putin has compromising information on the president, creating a cloud over his presidency. Despite being in office for over a year, the president has not dispelled these suspicions, raising concerns of a constitutional crisis.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is required to officially declare a constitutional crisis according to the Constitution?

A public vote

Clear evidence of high crimes and misdemeanors

A unanimous decision by Congress

A Supreme Court ruling

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who accused the president of treason and high crimes?

The Vice President

A Supreme Court Justice

A member of Congress

Former spymaster Brennan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the nature of Brennan's statement about the president?

It was seen as an overstatement

It was widely accepted as fact

It was considered an understatement

It was ignored by the media

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main suspicion surrounding the president's relationship with Vladimir Putin?

That they have never met

That they are related

That Putin has compromising information on the president

That they are business partners

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the president been unable to do regarding the suspicions about his presidency?

Prove his innocence

Gain public support

Win a second term

Clear the cloud of suspicion