On with Kara Swisher A Close Read of Trump’s 2024 Strategy
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Jan 11, 2024 
Maggie Haberman, a senior political correspondent for the New York Times, joins legal analyst Ian Millhiser from Vox and ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl to dissect Donald Trump's 2024 strategy. They delve into Trump's legal troubles, campaign tactics, and the dangers of his escalating rhetoric. The discussion highlights Trump's use of legal challenges to rally his base and the potential implications for American democracy. With reflections on his anti-establishment messaging, the panel paints a vivid picture of the election landscape ahead.
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Trump's 2024 Priorities
- Trump prioritizes decisive victories in early states to avoid a prolonged contest.
- He aims to establish himself as the Republican Party's absolute leader.
Trump's Legal Strategy: Delay
- Trump's legal strategy focuses on delaying criminal trials until after the election.
- If elected, he could potentially order the Justice Department to drop federal prosecutions.
Overview of Trump's Legal Charges
- Trump faces four criminal cases: two related to 2020 election subversion, one for mishandling classified documents, and one for hush money payments.
- The federal January 6th case worries him most, followed by civil trials concerning E. Jean Carroll and financial fraud.
