The Megyn Kelly Show

Jack Smith vs. Trump Docs Case Judge, and Disturbing Rise of Assisted Suicide, with Mike Davis, Dave Aronberg, and Rupa Subramanya | Ep. 758

Apr 4, 2024
Join legal experts Mike Davis, founder of the Article III Project, and Dave Aronberg, Palm Beach County State Attorney, as they delve into the high-stakes legal battles surrounding Trump’s classified documents case. They discuss potential jury instructions and the implications for Trump’s trial. Reporter Rupa Subramanya reveals alarming trends in assisted suicide, particularly among young people, and the cultural normalization of such choices. Together, they confront ethical dilemmas, mental health issues, and the evolving landscape of suicide legislation.
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INSIGHT

Presidential Records Act as Defense

  • Trump's defense argues that the Presidential Records Act (PRA) allows him to possess classified documents.
  • This legal theory, supported by a 2012 court decision, suggests the PRA overrides the Espionage Act.
ANECDOTE

Mike Davis's Legal Theory

  • Mike Davis's legal theory, initially mocked, is now central to Trump's defense in the Mar-a-Lago documents case.
  • This theory posits that the PRA grants presidents broad authority over document classification.
INSIGHT

Trump's Strategic Ambiguity

  • Trump's interview with Megyn Kelly reveals his strategic ambiguity about the PRA's scope.
  • He avoids explicitly stating his belief that all CIA documents automatically become his property.
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