Piers Morgan Uncensored Ben Shapiro: On Trump Conviction & Latest in Rafah
Jun 6, 2024
Ben Shapiro and Piers Morgan discuss Trump's trial verdict, Biden's presidency, and the ongoing conflict in Israel. They also touch on the challenges of countering terrorism, social media struggles, and revitalizing America's values.
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Trump Conviction Undermines Justice
- The Trump case was a politically motivated "turducken" of criminal charges without solid legal basis.
- It undermines trust in the justice system and sets a dangerous precedent for future prosecutions of political opponents.
Political Trials Can Backfire
- Trump's conviction might rally his base and alienate independents who see it as political persecution.
- This mirrors a 'banana republic' judiciary weaponizing law for political gains, damaging America’s global image.
End of Political Immunity
- Prosecuting presidents for long-past or specious crimes has broken political norms and will likely persist.
- This erodes the justice system's legitimacy and makes political prosecutions inevitable in future elections.