Stay Tuned with Preet Trump Ramps Up Retribution
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Sep 22, 2025 The discussion highlights a troubling social media post by Trump aimed at AG Pam Bondi, warning of its implications for the rule of law. The hosts argue that such demands for prosecuting political foes echo oppressive tactics from history. They also delve into the investigation surrounding Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the ensuing political fallout. The conversation touches on First Amendment issues and the ethical dilemmas facing prosecutors in light of Trump's vindictive approach.
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Open Call For Political Prosecutions Threatens Rule Of Law
- Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance warn that Trump publicly directing prosecutions represents a new, acute threat to the rule of law.
- They argue this behavior signals using the criminal justice system for political retribution, undermining democracy.
Stalinist Parallel: "Show Me The Man" Logic
- Joyce Vance compares Trump’s demand to Stalinist tactics of manufacturing crimes against targeted individuals.
- She warns this is Trump acting as judge, jury, and executioner by presuming guilt and forcing prosecutions.
Truth Social Post Reads As Directive To AG
- Trump’s Truth Social post urged AG Pam Bondi to prosecute named political rivals and framed it as correcting past inaction.
- Bharara and Vance view the post as an explicit directive that increases risk of vindictive prosecutions.