The David Pakman Show 9/3/25: Trump hit with legal defeat as resignation scandal explodes
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Sep 3, 2025 
Former President Donald Trump shares his tumultuous journey with legal battles and health concerns. He reacts to a judge's ruling against his use of military forces domestically and pressures Republicans on Epstein file disclosures. Trump laments being excluded from global dialogues as world leaders meet without him. Amidst escalating health rumors and rambling press conferences filled with dubious claims, he attempts to divert attention through bizarre political maneuvers, highlighting the chaotic landscape of his ongoing influence.
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Federal Militarization Deemed Illegal
- Judge Charles Breyer ruled Trump's use of military for domestic policing violated the Posse Comitatus Act and was systemic and willful.
- The ruling creates precedent that such federal militarized policing is illegal and could be criminal if repeated.
Trump Scrambles To Block Epstein Files
- Trump is aggressively trying to block a discharge petition that would force release of hidden Jeffrey Epstein files and is pressuring Republicans behind the scenes.
- The intensity of Trump's response suggests the withheld files may contain politically damaging material or names he wants buried.
Clarifying Political Positioning
- David Pakman rejects claims he's been "red pilled" or shifted right after Wired/C chorus coverage and backlash from purity-focused leftists.
- He remains a social democrat but now distinguishes governance-focused left strategy from purity-test factions.