THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump’s Threats to Defy Courts Darken as MAGA Fury over Losses Grows
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May 19, 2025 Legal commentator Matthew Seligman from Stanford Law School discusses the alarming trends of President Trump's increasing hostility towards the Supreme Court. The conversation dives into Trump's intimidation tactics and how he leverages perceived public support to challenge the judiciary. They explore critical issues like birthright citizenship and the implications of defying legal rulings. Seligman warns of the dangers of Trump's manipulation within the legal system, highlighting the potential threats to democracy and constitutional rights.
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Trump's Intimidation Strategy
- Donald Trump is trying to intimidate the Supreme Court by falsely claiming a popular mandate.
- He aims to pressure the court into ruling in his favor by suggesting the public is overwhelmingly on his side.
Limits of Ending Birthright Citizenship
- Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship via executive order conflicts with the 14th Amendment.
- Nationwide injunctions block this move by preventing citizenship stripping of all children born in the U.S.
Nationwide Injunctions' Importance
- Nationwide injunctions are crucial to protect constitutional rights from widespread harm.
- The Supreme Court is frustrated with them but acknowledges their need in certain cases like this one.