Trump's Corporate Death Penalty + A Conversation with Norm Eisen
Oct 2, 2023
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Norm Eisen, CNN Legal Analyst and founder of 'States United Democracy Center', discusses the impact of the Ergonon ruling on Trump, the support base and upcoming trial, Trump's pursuit of ultimate power, potential consequences of his reelection, criminal prosecutions against him, and the threat to democracy posed by the election denial movement and autocratic tactics used by leaders like Orban.
The GOP's impeachment inquiry into President Biden lacks legal basis, factual evidence, and political support, serving as a revenge tactic against Trump's impeachment.
A recent ruling has devastating implications for Trump's businesses and brand, stripping him of licenses and undermining his claim of being a successful businessman.
Despite ongoing attempts by the GOP to discredit Biden, recent polls reflect a close race between Biden and Trump, highlighting the need to effectively convey Biden's achievements and differentiate him from Trump.
Deep dives
GOP's Impeachment Inquiry into President Biden
The GOP's impeachment inquiry into President Biden is groundless, lacking a legal basis, factual evidence, and political support. The inquiry was held without a formal vote of Congress, violating the law that governs impeachment inquiries. Witnesses called by the GOP admitted that there is no evidence of Joe Biden or his son, Hunter, committing any illegal acts. The political motive behind the inquiry is clear, seeking revenge on Biden for Trump's impeachment. However, the inquiry is backfiring and actually helping Biden gain sympathy and support. The chaotic and clownish nature of the hearing further highlighted the failure of the GOP's efforts.
Judge's Ruling on Trump's Business Licenses
A recent ruling by Judge Ingram has devastating implications for Donald Trump's businesses and brand. The ruling strips Trump of his business licenses and paves the way for liquidation or even corporate dissolution. This not only has financial consequences for Trump, but also deeply impacts his emotional identity and pride. The ruling, which found Trump liable for fraud in inflating the value of his properties, undermines his claim of being a successful businessman and expert negotiator. The potential criminal convictions that may follow further diminish Trump's standing and highlight his fraudulent actions. The ruling is a significant blow to Trump and may weaken his support in the long term.
Implications for Joe Biden's Political Standing
Despite ongoing attempts by the GOP to impeach and discredit President Biden, recent polls show a close race between Biden and Trump. This reveals a persistent division in the country. However, history has shown that the American people have consistently rejected Trump, as evidenced by the 2018 and 2020 elections. Biden's strong approval ratings reflect his effective leadership and accomplishments in his first three years as president. The challenge lies in effectively conveying Biden's achievements and differentiating him from Trump. However, the ongoing legal challenges and potential convictions facing Trump may further undermine his support and strengthen Biden's standing in the long run.
The Danger of Trump's Quest for Ultimate Power
The podcast explores the danger of Donald Trump's potential pursuit of ultimate power in the United States. It discusses the possibility of him seizing control of the military, undermining the rule of law, and disregarding court orders. The podcast highlights the concern that Trump aspires to be an autocratic leader like Kim Jong Un or Vladimir Putin. It emphasizes the need to be vigilant and to actively resist any erosion of democracy.
The Rise of Election Denial and Its Threat to Democracy
The podcast addresses the rise of election denial and its implications for democracy. It refers to Hungary's Victor Orban as an example of a leader who eroded democratic institutions to consolidate his power. The discussion focuses on the importance of countering election denial to protect the future of American democracy. It highlights the need for awareness and action to prevent the manipulation of election systems and the undermining of democratic processes.
Norm Eisen is back with us today to unpack the Ergonon ruling and what it means for Donald Trump. If you happen to be tuning in for the first time, Eisen is a CNN Legal Analyst and the founder and executive chair of “States United Democracy Center”, a nonpartisan organization advancing free, fair, and secure elections. His articles for the Brookings Institute and elsewhere have made the case for why Trump and his band of criminal conspiracists represented a clear and present danger to democracy. The former Obama Ethics Czar and Ambassador to the Czech Republic joins us today to get to the heart of what’s going on.
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