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Mea Culpa

Trump Look Like He's Having A Nervous Breakdown + A Conversation with Tara Setmayer

Jan 12, 2024
Former CNN political commentator Tara Setmayer discusses Trump's behavior during his civil business fraud trial, Mitch McConnell's silence on Trump, concerns about some Democrats refusing to vote for President Biden due to his support of Israel, the importance of supporting the Lincoln Project, and the state of the economy.
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  • Trump's refusal to adhere to the facts of the law and his persecution narrative turned his civil business fraud trial into a circus
  • Trump's outrageous claim of presidential immunity from prosecution for crimes committed while in office was firmly rejected by the court

Deep dives

Attempt to Delay Trump's Fate and Trump's Outbursts in Trial

Just before the final argument in Trump's civil business fraud trial, a bomb threat was made against the judge's house. This attempt to delay Trump's fate reflects the violent tactics used by some of his supporters. During the trial, Trump lied to the press and exploded in anger when given the chance to speak, accusing the prosecution of hating him. This behavior turned the proceedings into a circus, highlighting Trump's refusal to adhere to the facts of the law and his persecution narrative.

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