The Lincoln Project Law and F*cking Disorder
Mar 21, 2025
Dive into the challenges facing democracy as a former president defies judicial authority. The discussion highlights the pressures judges endure from powerful figures like Donald Trump. It also tackles the concerning trend of loyalty overshadowing the rule of law, warning of the implications for judicial independence. Personal anecdotes reveal escalating threats judges confront amid a divisive political climate. Finally, the podcast critiques the chaotic Republican rhetoric surrounding the courts and its impact on legal integrity.
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Trump's Attack on the Courts
- Trump's attacks on the judicial system are unprecedented and signal a constitutional crisis.
- He aims to delegitimize any ruling against him, eroding the rule of law.
Escalating Rhetoric Against Judges
- The increasing intensity of rhetoric against judges on social media and conservative platforms is alarming.
- This aims to devalue their lives and make them targets for intimidation and violence.
Trump's Authoritarian Goals
- Trump's desire for absolute control over all branches of government reveals his authoritarian tendencies.
- This contradicts the American system's foundation of checks and balances.