Stay Tuned with Preet The Trump Doctrine of Retribution
Nov 4, 2025
The discussion delves into the legality of President Biden’s autopen pardons and their potential invalidation. The hosts explore Trump’s appeals surrounding his criminal convictions, referencing presidential immunity. They also highlight the implications of ongoing National Guard cases headed to the Supreme Court. Concerns about the strategic use of legal processes to create pressure on defendants are discussed. Finally, the conversation touches on a broader strategy of political retribution that may be at play.
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Autopen Pardons Aren't Clearly Invalid
- Auto-pen use does not obviously negate a president's constitutional pardon power.
- The Office of Legal Counsel treats delegation as valid so autopen pardons are legally defensible.
What An Autopen Actually Is
- Preet describes an autopen as a mechanical pen that replicates a signature in actual ink.
- He compares it to devices used by senators, governors, and presidents for high-volume correspondence.
Specious Theory Gains Official Attention
- The autopen argument has been elevated from fringe talk to serious review by officials.
- The claim ties into broader attacks about Biden's cognitive fitness to undermine pardon legitimacy.