Since Donald Trump was inaugurated back in January, it feels as if each week comes equipped with another shocking revelation or potentially unconstitutional executive order. While we’ve certainly had a fair share of unprecedented moves by the president and his administration, the past few days have truly taken things to a whole new level. Just as the ongoing investigation into Trump’s ties with Russia escalated on the heels of a public testimony from former acting Attorney General Sally Yates, the president announced that he was dismissing FBI Director James Comey from his duties. The sudden decision has sent a shockwave through an already unstable Congress, causing the GOP to scramble while the Democrats cry foul play. Needless to say, it’s been a hectic time in Trump’s White House, and we’re here to keep you up-to-speed with every happening from the past week.
Trump Fires FBI Director James Comey
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On Tuesday, Trump announced that he was firing FBI Director James Comey based on a recommendation by Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein. The reason given for the dismissal was grounded on the intelligence agency…