Pod Save America The People vs Donald Trump
Apr 16, 2024
Donald Trump makes history as the first U.S. President to face a criminal trial, humorously dozing off during jury selection. Tensions flare as President Biden calls for restraint amid Iran's missile retaliation against Israel. The discussion dives into Trump's courtroom struggles, examining jury dynamics and the ethical dilemmas of hush money. Analysts reflect on how Trump's legal battles might sway public perception and voter sentiment, all while navigating the complex landscape of political aid amidst global conflicts.
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Hush Money Explanation
- Explain to undecided voters that Trump paid hush money to a porn star to hide it from them.
- Emphasize that he committed fraud, and his lawyer went to prison for it, highlighting Trump's self-serving nature.
Trump's courtroom nap
- Trump appeared to fall asleep during his trial, as reported by Maggie Haberman.
- He seemed to ignore notes from his lawyer and repeatedly nodded off, surprising given the trial's intensity.
Good News Printer
- A Trump aide, Natalie Harp, prints out good news for Trump during the trial using a wireless printer.
- This is reportedly one of the reasons why Trump favors her among his aides.
