Friday, December 17, 2021

International outrage over Assange's upcoming extradition to the US

 

Last week, a British court ruled in favor of a US appeal to extradite Wikileaks founder Julian Assange to the United States, where he faces charges under the Espionage Act. Despite international outrage over the charges and fears for his health, the US has persistently pursued Assange in an effort get the journalist to stand trial in the United States. (00:08) News on RT America host Faran Fronczak talks with renowned journalist Chris Hedges to discuss the latest from Assange case. (08:05) It’s been a tragic weekend for many Americans caught in some of the most powerful tornadoes across Kentucky and other states. More than 100 people may have been killed—as tornadoes toppled buildings—trapping people inside. Now thousands today are waking up without power. Officials calling it 'devastation we have never seen'. RT America’s Trinity Chavez has the story. (15:47) The trial of Ghislaine Maxwell has entered its third week, with the defense team taking the offensive against the prosecution. Maxwell is facing several charges, including counts related to the sexual abuse of minors. Host Faran Fronczak talks with lawyer and media personality Lionel and filmmaker Sean Stone about the latest details from the trial. (18:33) 00:00 Full Show 08:05 Fight For Assange 15:47 Tornado Aftermath 18:33 Maxwell Trial