THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump Blurts Out Revealing Aim of Law Firm Shakedown Right to Media
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Mar 24, 2025 Michael Tomasky, Editor of The New Republic, provides sharp insights into Trump's alarming tactics, including his alleged ransom agreement with the Paul Weiss law firm. He argues that Trump’s public extortion threatens democratic norms and fuels constitutional crises. Tomasky emphasizes the rising Democratic frustration and suggests strategies for mobilizing voter outrage. The discussion also delves into the historical context of presidential powers and the need for courageous judicial integrity amid escalating political pressures.
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Trump's Law Firm Shakedown
- Trump made a deal with Paul Weiss, giving him concessions in exchange for dropping his executive order targeting the firm.
- This looks like extortion, where Trump used state power for personal gain.
Trump's Open Threat
- Trump openly admitted to the shakedown, signaling to other firms that they could face similar treatment.
- This blatant extortion is unprecedented in modern presidential history.
Trump on Deportations
- Trump claims the law allows him to deport people without showing evidence, contradicting due process.
- He uses the 1798 Alien Enemies Act, interpreting "invasion" and "predatory incursion" broadly.