The Daily Signal Victor Davis Hanson: Trump Isn’t Weaponizing the Law — He’s Ending the Biden Double Standard
Nov 5, 2025
The discussion dives into the recent indictments against high-profile figures like Bolton and Comey, juxtaposed with Trump’s 91 indictments. Victor Davis Hanson highlights a perceived double standard in legal practices, arguing Trump's challenges stem from a coordinated effort to undermine him. He examines why prosecutors target influential figures to set broader precedents and points out the difficulties facing the Trump DOJ in liberal jurisdictions. The conversation raises vital questions about fairness in enforcement and the implications for the 2024 election.
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Scale Matters In Claims Of 'Revenge' Prosecutions
- Victor Davis Hanson highlights that Trump faced 91 indictments across four jurisdictions, which he calls coordinated.
- He argues indicting three high-profile figures is not equivalent to the scale of actions taken against Trump.
High-Profile Targets Send A Message
- Hanson explains prosecutors sometimes target high-profile figures to send a broader message, not because the crime is unique.
- He cites Patrick Fitzgerald targeting Scooter Libby and James Comey pursuing Martha Stewart as examples.
Prosecutors Pick High-Profile Examples
- Hanson recounts Patrick Fitzgerald prosecuting Scooter Libby despite others being more culpable to demonstrate prosecutorial reach.
- He also recalls James Comey prosecuting Martha Stewart to show prosecutors target high-profile figures.