Pod Save America Trump's Triple Crown
Aug 3, 2023
Leah Litman, co-host of Strict Scrutiny and a legal expert, dives into the intricacies of Donald Trump's third indictment, analyzing its potential implications. Hallie Kiefer joins for a witty take on the political landscape, reacting to Republican candidates struggling to navigate their responses to Trump's felony charges. They discuss surprising Republican loyalty amid chaos and delve into the importance of connecting with younger voters as the election approaches, blending serious analysis with humor and clever commentary.
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Weak Defense
- Trump's "advice of counsel" defense is weak because he ignored advice from many others.
- He chose to listen only to lawyers who supported his coup attempt.
Invalid Free Speech Argument
- Trump's free speech argument is invalid.
- The First Amendment doesn't protect attempts to overthrow elections or deny civil rights.
Strength of the Indictment
- The indictment against Trump is strong due to its comprehensive theory and evidence.
- Additional evidence, like Trump admitting he lost, further supports the case.