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George W. Bush called Clyburn the country's 'savior' for his role in helping Biden defeat Trump: report
On Wednesday, Associated Press reporter Meg Kinnard reported that former President George W. Bush privately told House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn (D-SC) that he is "the savior" because of his kingmaker role in the Democratic primary that cemented the nomination for President Joe Biden.
"You know, you're the savior, because if you had not nominated Joe Biden, we would not be having this transfer of power today," Bush reportedly told Clyburn, adding that Biden was "the only one who could have defeated the incumbent president."
Police arrested Samuel Fisher on Wednesday morning for his participation in the Capitol insurrection on Jan. 6. Fisher had bragged about his role in the attack and bringing firearms to the city.
The Daily Beast reported goes by "Brad Holiday" in the right-wing conspiracy world. He is being charged with disorderly conduct on restricted grounds and unlawful entry. It was the New York Daily News, that announced Fisher had an "arsenal of ammunition, tactical gear, two machetes, an American flag, and at least one shotgun."
After being sworn into office at noon Wednesday, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris welcomed Americans from across the country to sing, dance and play music on the National Day of Unity.
Biden's proclimation reads:
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