Legal AF by MeidasTouch Why Trump’s Latest ARGUMENTS are Nothing Short of TREASON
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Dec 25, 2023 The host delves into Donald Trump's recent legal briefs, labeling them as nothing short of treason. Key topics include arguments from the Colorado case where Trump claims the presidency isn’t an office and the courts' swift rejection of this notion. The discussion also covers Trump's assertion of absolute immunity regarding actions tied to January 6 and election challenges. The host warns of the dangerous implications of such claims, highlighting the potential for unchecked presidential power and authoritarian consequences.
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Presidential Oath Claim Rejected
- Donald Trump’s brief to the Colorado Supreme Court claimed the president is not an "officer of the United States" and thus didn’t take an oath to support the Constitution.
- Ben Meiselas calls that claim legally baseless and describes the Colorado Supreme Court’s rejection as the correct interpretation.
Examine Court Filings Directly
- Read the actual court filings rather than summaries to understand the legal claims Trump’s team makes.
- Meiselas urges audiences to examine the documents and "show the receipts" when discussing these arguments.
Federal Officer Defense Fails For Extraneous Acts
- Attempts to claim federal officer status have failed when actions occurred outside official duties, as with Mark Meadows.
- Courts found such conduct unrelated to lawful official responsibilities and thus not protected.
