The Playbook Podcast November 26, 2024: The end of the road for Trump's legal woes?
Nov 26, 2024
Special counsel Jack Smith has dropped federal criminal cases against Trump, raising questions about future legal battles once he leaves office. Discussions include Trump's proposed tariffs aimed at combating illegal immigration and drug trafficking, along with the potential implications of his legal victories. As political and legal strategies intertwine, experts speculate on self-pardoning and the impact of presidential immunity. The podcast dives into the complicated landscape of accountability and the judiciary in the context of Trump's presidency.
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Trump Announces New Tariffs
- President-elect Trump announced new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China via Truth Social.
- These tariffs aim to address illegal immigration and drug trafficking, but their implementation is uncertain.
Trump's Legal Cases Paused
- Special Counsel Jack Smith dropped federal cases against Trump due to DOJ policy against prosecuting sitting presidents.
- This raises questions about whether these cases might be revived after Trump leaves office.
Trump's Potential Actions
- Trump could pardon himself or have the DOJ bury the cases to prevent them from resurfacing.
- Pardoning himself is legally untested, but he might attempt it.