Timcast IRL · December 29, 2020 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #192 - GOP Files Lawsuit Against Mike Pence To FORCE Him To Give Trump Win w/ Eric July
Featuring: Eric July
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode 192, recorded on December 29, 2020, featured Tim Pool and co-host Ian Crossland discussing several major news stories with guest Eric July. The episode opened with discussion of the planned January 6, 2021 protest in Washington D.C., where Trump supporters were expected to gather to contest the 2020 election results. Tim mentioned that Alex Jones had predicted 10 million people might attend, and that the show was planning live coverage from D.C. The main story focused on Republican Congressman Louie Gohmert and Trump's electors from Arizona filing a lawsuit against Vice President Mike Pence, seeking to force him to reject Biden's electoral victory when he presided over the certification process on January 6. Tim analyzed the legal arguments surrounding Pence's actual powers, noting that Trump supporters believed Pence had judge-like authority while critics argued he was merely a ceremonial figure. The hosts also discussed the recently passed COVID relief bill that increased stimulus payments from $600 to $2000, with Trump signing the massive omnibus package despite criticism from Democrats. Eric July joined the conversation to provide his perspective on these issues, particularly regarding the ongoing election disputes and the stimulus legislation.
TL;DR
- →GOP Congressman Louie Gohmert and Trump's electors filed a lawsuit against Mike Pence attempting to force him to reject Biden's electoral victory on January 6
- →Tim and crew discussed plans for live coverage of the January 6 protest in D.C., noting technical challenges of covering a potentially massive crowd
- →The COVID relief bill was discussed, including the increase from $600 to $2000 stimulus payments and the $500 billion added to the omnibus package
- →Tim analyzed the legal debate over Pence's actual authority, contrasting Trump supporter claims of judicial power versus the clerical role critics describe
- →Guest Eric July joined to discuss the political situation and provide commentary on the election disputes and stimulus legislation
- →The hosts referenced TikTok nurses story and other news items as part of the broader discussion of current events
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and January 6 Rally DiscussionTim opened the show discussing the upcoming January 6 protest in D.C. and plans for live coverage, mentioning Alex Jones's prediction of 10 million attendees and technical challenges of covering such a large event
- 30:00Main Story: Gohmert Lawsuit Against PenceTim introduced the main story about the GOP lawsuit against Mike Pence regarding the Electoral Count Act and his role in certifying Biden's victory
- 60:00Pence's Powers AnalysisTim read from Politico article and analyzed the legal debate over whether Pence has actual authority or merely ceremonial role in counting electoral votes
- 90:00COVID Relief Bill DiscussionDiscussion shifted to the COVID relief bill, stimulus increase to $2000, and Trump's signing of the omnibus package despite criticism
- 120:00Guest Segment with Eric JulyEric July joined for extended discussion on the political situation, election disputes, and stimulus legislation
Notable Quotes
“January 6, Trump supporters are going to descend on Washington, D.C. for a peaceful protest. And Alex Jones says 10 million people are going to show up.”
— Tim Pool · opening discussion about the January 6 rally plans
“Several Republicans have filed a lawsuit against Mike Pence pertaining to that was the Electoral Count Act of 1887 to try and make him essentially count the votes so that Trump wins.”
— Tim Pool · introducing the main story about the Gohmert lawsuit
“I appreciate you having me man. I know a lot of folks have wanted this to happen so I appreciate you.”
— Eric July · guest introduction and appreciation for appearing on show
“Trump signed it. Democrats laughed at him and said we're not giving you anything it's ours ha ha ha and then you know when i went out when i'll laugh and ran away.”
— Tim Pool · commentary on the stimulus bill political dynamics
“Guess what? I was so inspired by your amazing gorilla emojis that I made it happen, you guys. Yes. In lieu of Alex Jones, I'm a gorilla.”
— Ian Crossland · co-host banter and humor during the show