Posted on 05/18/2023 7:40:45 AM PDT by Oldeconomybuyer
CNN — Latest revelations from the special counsel’s probe into ex-President Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents deepen a sense that a grave political moment is approaching.
An exclusive CNN report that appears to point to a core weakness in Trump’s case is reinforcing the possibility that the 2024 presidential contender is in a heap of legal trouble.
Possible evidence that Trump knew that his claims that he could simply declassify material on a whim were false highlight his characteristic belief that laws and codes of presidential behavior do not apply to him. This is a factor that made his White House term a daily test of America’s democracy and legal system and may become even more acute if he wins the 2024 election.
The latest glimpse into special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation also shows that while any charges against Trump for potential violations of the Espionage Act and obstruction of justice might be justified in a purely legal context, they would come with a high level of responsibility to explain to the public why such a step in a potentially complex case was merited in the charged atmosphere of a presidential election.
On the one hand, there is nothing more sacred than protecting the country’s secrets, especially those that could harm allies, help US enemies and endanger covert operatives. But the proposition that inside Washington arguments about classified material represent a priority for millions of voters is yet to be tested.
And fierce controversies still raging around Trump over the 2016 election show how toxic campaign season probes can be to American unity and US political and judicial institutions – all of which sharpens the need for a strong national interest justification for any prosecution.
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The walls are closing in.
We will support President Trump even if the Deep State scum put him in federal prison. He can govern from there.
As CNN makes very clear (at least to me) the Uniparty strategery is going to be charge, indict & sue President Trump until they find something that sticks. Then get a ruling that disqualifies him from running and/or holding office.
we shallhave to wait & see if it works.
CNN quotes Charlie Brown cartoon adults on Trump’s situation:
“Waa, waa, waa, waa waa. . . .”
There you have it, folks. CNN has determined that Trump, once again, is in “deep waa waa”. . . .
My work here is done . . . happy waa waa
Yeah, silly Trump, kept the documents locked in a SAFE!
When do you think that CNN and MSNBC will address who declassified the 19 boxes of classified material that Joe Biden had, since as VP he absolutely couldn’t do it?
It’s a Government of the Government, by the Government, for the Government. They will use their control over the media to keep lying to you and taking your money and freedoms.
He could pardon himself and be released immediatelty, ... Then THEY better look out and head for the hills!
Oh noes! He in trouble now. 🙄
“Possible evidence that Trump knew that his claims that he could simply declassify material on a whim were false ...”
When Trump left the White House for Florida, he was still President, so I assume he had every right to take classified documents with him.
However, FJB has stated on numerous occasions that if does certain things, like talk to the press, he’ll “get in trouble”, so perhaps there is an unknown extra-Constitutional agency involved.
Blah Blah! Look at the source.
And I should believe CNN because...?
“The walls are closing in”
Is there enough LUBE in the world to handle the continual ‘Trump is in trouble now” CIRCLE JERK at CNN?
Anyone at CNN get fired over RussiaGate lies?
Poor CNN. They’ve gone from “fake news” to pure unadulterated booschitt. Mr. PedoDemento has not only put America on the path to destruction, he’s done the same with the RAT Party’s “Mainstream Media for Gullible Citizens.”
Damage control my ass, it’s already out of the news🤬
😂😂😂😂😂😂
You may be an Analist but, sorry Slick, it ain’t going to work unless your side addresses your boyz doing the same thing with documents that President Trump did. Trump goes to jail, your boyz FJB and O’Bammie go with him.
They learned nothing from the Durham report except that they can report dishonestly and make up accusations without reprisal.
And the documents in Joe’s garage were protected by his classic Corvette.
It sounds like CNN has now put Trump on double-secret probation!
THAT’S IT!
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