President Trump Refers To Impeachment Inquiry As A 'Lynching'

The transcript discusses President Trump's controversial tweet comparing his impeachment inquiry to a lynching, sparking backlash due to the historical context of lynching as a form of racial violence against African Americans. The Equal Justice Initiative's efforts to memorialize lynching victims are highlighted, along with political reactions from the Congressional Black Caucus. The media and public responses to the tweet are also covered, with White House officials defending Trump's choice of words.

What did the Equal Justice Initiative say about the impact of lynchings?

What did White House Deputy Press Secretary Hogan Gidley say about the president's remarks?