Letters from an American August 22, 2025
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Aug 23, 2025 Dive into the political chaos of the Trump era as tensions escalate, featuring a shocking FBI raid on John Bolton's property. Discover the aggressive tactics employed by loyalists to stifle dissent and how these actions blur the lines of federal power. Explore the unsettling disconnect between authoritarian leaders and their followers, alongside revelations from leaked transcripts that challenge perceptions of truth and transparency in governance.
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Raid As A Political Warning
- The FBI's early-morning raid on John Bolton signals politicized use of law enforcement against Trump's critics.
- Heather Cox Richardson frames the raid as a warning to perceived enemies that the government will be used for retribution.
Pattern Of Politicized Investigations
- Trump loyalists in DOJ and other agencies are pursuing investigations of political opponents and critics.
- Richardson links these probes to a broader pattern of weaponizing federal power for political ends.
Trump Praises Putin In Oval Office
- Richardson recounts Trump's Oval Office moment showing a signed photo from Putin and praising him despite Russia's atrocities.
- She highlights the surreal contrast between Trump's praise and Putin's international crimes.