THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump’s Angry New Attacks on “Traitors” Show 2025 Plans Getting Darker
Dec 9, 2024
Brian Beutler, author of the insightful Substack Off Message, shares his sharp analysis on Donald Trump's troubling views on loyalty. He discusses Trump’s regret over appointing 'traitors' and the implications for potential nominations. Beutler emphasizes the urgent need for Democrats to effectively communicate the dangers to democracy posed by Trump-aligned candidates. The conversation also highlights the challenges related to pardons for January 6th rioters and the importance of proactive strategies to confront rising authoritarianism.
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Trump's Regret
- Trump's biggest regret is appointing "traitors" who saw him as a threat.
- These "traitors" include officials who upheld the rule of law, not disloyalty to the country.
Democratic Strategy
- Democrats should set red lines for confirming nominees, rejecting those who support the "Big Lie."
- This could force Republicans to choose between Trump's loyalty and democratic principles.
Early Messaging
- Democrats should proactively define nominees like Kash Patel and Pam Bondi to the public.
- Don't wait until confirmation hearings; start communicating their unsuitability now.