THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent

Trump’s Rage at FBI Takes Dark Turn as GOPers Signal They Won’t Resist

Dec 13, 2024
William Saletan, a contributing writer for The Bulwark, discusses the alarming implications of Trump’s recent rants following the resignation of FBI director Christopher Wray. He warns against the unsettling rise of authoritarianism within the GOP, as MAGA supporters pressure senators to align with Trump’s agenda. Saletan highlights how loyalty to Trump is distorting the FBI’s role and democracy itself. He stresses the importance of resisting this dangerous shift before it becomes institutionalized, likening it to a criminal takeover of law enforcement.
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