The Bulwark Podcast Bill Kristol: Cannons All the Way Down
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Jan 13, 2025 
Bill Kristol, a veteran conservative commentator and columnist, dives into intriguing political topics alongside Tim Miller. They discuss the controversial actions of Aileen Cannon, Trump's favored judge, and her overreach in the Jan 6 investigations. The conversation highlights the politicization of the FBI, particularly as hearings for Trump's nominees unfold. Kristol also critiques the handling of classified documents that raise questions of justice and accountability, all while navigating through the complexities of American law and politics.
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Cannon's Overreach
- Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump favorite, delayed the Jack Smith report release.
- This was based on a flimsy rationale, lacking jurisdiction over the Jack Smith trial, only the classified documents case.
Gaming the System
- Trump's strategy involves exploiting legal ambiguities and inventing doctrines.
- This games the system, giving him advantages while penalizing those who follow the rules.
FBI Protocol vs. Trump's Narrative
- The FBI followed protocol in the classified documents case, seeking voluntary return, then a subpoena, finally a warrant.
- Trump then claimed to be unfairly targeted, successfully swaying public and media opinion.