Will Trump Get A Mugshot? + A Conversation with Norm Eisen
Aug 21, 2023
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Norm Eisen, an attorney and author who has served in various government roles, joins to discuss how co-conspirators in Trump's orbit will face legal justice. Topics include feasibility of a speedy trial, broadcasting Fannie Willis cases, status of co-conspirators, attack on democracy, two-tier system of justice, and predictions for Trump's future including prison.
The trial for Trump's federal charges is expected to proceed quickly, with the judge favoring a speedy trial and aiming to avoid tainting the jury pool with inflammatory statements.
All six unindicted co-conspirators in Trump's orbit, including Giuliani, face legal jeopardy and potential severe consequences for their roles in attempting to overturn the 2020 election.
Despite Trump's legal team's efforts to delay the trial by changing the venue and requesting the judge's recusal, it is expected to remain in the District of Columbia due to the judge's impartiality, with a balance between transparency and protection of sensitive information.
Deep dives
The Legal Battle: Trump's Trial Date and the Swift Justice Act
The prosecutors argue that a speedy trial for Trump's federal charges is feasible, as they are prepared for a swift handover of evidence. The Speedy Trial Act states that federal cases should be tried within 70 days, and the government is giving Trump more time than required by law. The judge in the case appears to favor a speedy trial and has emphasized that politics will not influence the proceedings. The judge stated that the more inflammatory public statements are made, the faster the trial should proceed to avoid tainting the jury pool. Overall, it is expected that the trial will move forward quickly.
The Six Unindicted Co-Conspirators and Their Legal Perils
All six unindicted co-conspirators in Trump's orbit face legal trouble. Giuliani, Eastman, Chesborough, Clark, and Powell are all implicated in various aspects of the plot to overturn the 2020 election. Giuliani, in particular, played a key role and may face severe consequences. The potential charges against them include election interference, creating fake documents, and attempting to derail U.S. democracy. While some may argue about the order of severity, all co-conspirators are in legal jeopardy, with Giuliani being the most at risk.
Trump's Effort to Delay Trial and Broadcasting the Proceedings
Trump's legal team aims to delay the trial by requesting a federal judge's recusal and changing the trial venue outside of the District of Columbia. However, it is expected that the trial will remain in the District of Columbia, as Judge Chutkan has shown no indication of partiality against Trump. As for broadcasting the trial, there are arguments in favor of transparency, but concerns about potential risks to witnesses and jurors have been raised. The judge's current approach allows for the protection of sensitive information while ensuring that the public is informed about the proceedings.
Special Prosecutor Jack Smith and the Challenge of Prosecuting Trump
Special Prosecutor Jack Smith has shown himself to be meticulous and focused on building a solid case against Trump. Taking on Trump requires a strong constitution, the ability to react quickly, and a balance between hitting hard and not sinking to his level. Smith is expected to navigate Trump's delaying tactics and proceed with the trial in early 2024. The ultimate goal is to hold Trump accountable and avoid giving him an unfair trial, as he aims to manipulate the system and evade jail time.
The Future of Trump: Prison or Political Comeback?
Looking into the future, it is predicted that Trump will end up in prison, as the presidency is his only chance to avoid jail time. While uncertainties exist, and the outcome depends on many factors, it is highly unlikely that Trump will regain the presidency and use it to escape accountability. The American people are not expected to return him to the White House, and the legal cases against him are likely to result in convictions and subsequent appeals. Holding Trump accountable is the country's priority, and the justice system is crucial in ensuring that he faces the consequences of his actions.
Mea Culpa is taking a short August recess. But with everything that’s happening, we don’t want to let you down. So, stay tuned for an all-new interview with Norm Eisen. An attorney and author who has served in a broad array of government roles, Norm was special counsel and special assistant to President Barack Obama for ethics and government reform. In that role, the press dubbed him “Dr. No” and the “Ethics Czar” for his tough anti-corruption approach. Since the election of Donald Trump, Norm has dedicated himself to ridding this nation of the Orange Menace; serving as special counsel to the House Judiciary Committee for the impeachment and trial of the former president. And since then has been one step ahead of Trump, offering his brilliant legal mind to lock him up. He joins us today to discuss how the various co-conspirators in Trump’s orbit will face legal justice.
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