Michael Cohen and CIA Nomination Issues

The Washington Week Extra discusses Michael Cohen's consulting business and its implications for the Trump administration, highlighting his deals with AT&T and Novartis. The panel also explores the Mueller investigation, potential legal outcomes, and the dynamics of influence in Washington. Gina Haspel's CIA nomination and her confirmation hearings are examined, focusing on her past involvement with enhanced interrogation techniques. The discussion concludes with insights into the political landscape and the roles of key figures like Rudy Giuliani and Mike Pompeo.

What role did Michael Cohen leverage to create a lucrative consulting business?

• Trump's press secretary

• Trump's chief of staff

• Trump's personal lawyer

• Trump's campaign manager

Which companies were involved in consulting deals with Michael Cohen?

• Pfizer and Verizon

• Apple and Microsoft

• AT&T and Novartis

• Google and Facebook

What was the main concern of the White House regarding Michael Cohen's investigation?

• His business relationships

• His health issues

• His ties to the media

• His political ambitions

What was a significant factor that made Cohen's dealings feel different from typical lobbying?

• His close relationship with the president

• His public speaking skills

• His financial background

• His lack of experience

What was the reason for delegating parts of the Cohen investigation to the Southern District of New York?

• To increase media coverage

• To focus on unrelated matters

• To utilize more resources

• To avoid public scrutiny

What historical precedent is mentioned regarding presidential subpoenas?

• The Nixon case

• The Reagan case

• The Obama case

• The Bush case

What was Gina Haspel's role in the CIA that raised controversy during her nomination?

• Managing CIA finances

• Leading a covert operation

• Directing public relations

• Overseeing a detention facility

What was a key point of contention during Gina Haspel's confirmation hearings?

• Her stance on waterboarding

• Her educational background

• Her political affiliations

• Her media appearances

Why was Gina Haspel's nomination significant in terms of her relationship with Mike Pompeo?

• They were college classmates

• They were political rivals

• They co-authored a book

• They had a strong professional relationship

What was one reason Tom Cotton was not chosen as CIA director?

• He lacked experience

• He was a political rival

• He was not interested

• He was overqualified