1A 'If You Can Keep It': Trump Takes Aim At Mail-In Voting
Aug 25, 2025
Elliot Williams, a CNN legal analyst and former U.S. Department of Justice official, discusses President Trump's unsubstantiated claims about mail-in voting. He highlights that this voting method, used by nearly a third of Americans, is under attack despite no evidence of fraud. Williams explains how Trump's campaign strategy extends to altering U.S. electoral processes, raising critical questions about democratic integrity. Their conversation dives into the implications for fair elections and the broader ramifications for democracy.
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Longstanding Strain Between Bolton And Trump
- John Bolton and President Trump clashed from the start, partly over policy and personal fit.
- Their relationship ended with Trump tweeting Bolton was fired and Bolton tweeting he resigned.
Memoir Publication Sparked Clearance Dispute
- Bolton wrote a memoir that became contentious because he lacked final White House clearance.
- The Justice Department sued but a judge allowed publication while criticizing Bolton for not getting proper clearances.
Why The FBI Might Search First
- The FBI usually investigates extensively before executing a search warrant unless exigent circumstances exist.
- In national security cases they may act early to secure documents that could jeopardize national security.
