Violent threats explode, Trump lawyer says immunity for assassination
The David Pakman Show - January 10, 2024
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Trump EXPLODES outside of court, won't rule out violence
In a recent court appearance, former President Donald Trump's lawyer, John Sauer, argued for immunity, claiming that Trump could be shielded from criminal prosecution if he ordered the assassination of a political rival without facing impeachment. Trump, leaving the courthouse, warned of "bedlam" if he didn't get his way and avoided denouncing violence when questioned. The focus is on Trump's belief that presidential immunity is necessary to safeguard against perceived threats to democracy, highlighting the assertion that becoming president serves as protection against legal consequences. Trump's rhetoric about absolute and total immunity underscores his efforts to avoid potential legal ramifications. The situation reflects an ongoing theme of the former president's legal defense strategy and the concerns surrounding his statements and actions.
They're attacking Taylor Swift for promoting voter registration
Taylor Swift's voter registration activism is facing criticism from Fox News and certain right-wing figures who are launching conspiracy theories and insinuating ulterior motives against the pop star. The underlying fear among some conservatives appears rooted in the belief that Swift's activism could lead to increased voter turnout, potentially favoring Democratic candidates. Of course, if Swift was right-wing, Fox News would likely support her voter registration efforts. Limiting voter registration is seen as a tactical move to advantage Republicans, as higher voter participation rates correlate with Democratic victories. Despite the controversy, Swift's activism should be commended for promoting voter registration, highlighting broader themes of political polarization and strategic considerations in the context of voter turnout and registration.
From yesterday’s show:
Trump advisor Roger Stone wanted to ASSASSINATE Eric Swalwell & Jerry Nadler
Former Trump adviser Roger Stone has been exposed discussing the potential assassination of Democratic Congress members Eric Swalwell and Jerry Nadler. Stone, in a conversation with an associate at a Florida restaurant weeks before the 2020 presidential election, made threatening remarks, insisting, “Let’s go find Swalwell. It’s time to do it. Then we’ll see how brave the rest of them are. It’s time to do it. It’s either Nadler or Swalwell has to die before the election. They need to get the message. Let’s go find Swalwell and get this over with.” The audio of the conversation, obtained exclusively by media sources, has sparked widespread concern. Stone denies the allegations, suggesting that the recordings might be AI-generated. Despite Stone's denial, a source familiar with the discussion claims the remarks were taken seriously and not meant as a joke. The story raises questions about the extent to which political discourse has devolved, with Stone's alleged contemplation of extrajudicial killings for political reasons.
From yesterday’s show:
Trump rooting against USA, hopes economy crashes this year
Lou Dobbs, formerly of CNN and recently associated with Lindell TV, Mike Lindell's MyPillow channel, faced criticism for a deranged and delusional interview with Donald Trump. In the interview, Trump expressed hopes for a recession within the next 12 months, claiming it would be politically advantageous for him. He suggested that the current economy is fragile and running off his administration's efforts. Despite Trump's repeated predictions of economic downturns, including a 1929-style crash if Joe Biden won in 2020, they did not materialize. Furthermore, Trump set the stage for contesting the 2024 election, asserting that the only way Democrats could win was by cheating. He hinted at potential retaliation through the Department of Justice, raising concerns about the politicization of law enforcement. The interview highlighted Trump's persistent narrative of victimhood, potential election skepticism, and disregard for factual accuracy.
More on the show:
-- Violent political threats surge as 2024 and the election cycle begins in earnest
-- John Sauer, one of Donald Trump's lawyers, argues in court that a US president would have immunity even if they ordered their political rival assassinated
-- Failed former President Donald Trump bores his audience to death during a rally in Clinton, Iowa
-- Democratic Congressman Dean Phillips, a challenger to President Joe Biden in the Democratic primary, has a turnout of zero at an event in New Hampshire
-- Donald Trump publishes a video threatening revenge on President Joe Biden at midnight
-- John Lauro, another of Donald Trump's defense lawyers, suggests that President Joe Biden could be prosecuted
-- Failed former President Donald Trump has a total breakdown, posting nearly 100 dictator-like videos to Truth Social
-- Whitney, a top voicemail caller, returns after a lengthy absence with an unhinged rant about Judaism
-- On the Bonus Show: Twitter explodes with antisemitic misinformation, Pope's call to ban surrogacy prompts anger and disappointment, in 41 US states, richest 1% pay lower effective tax rates than everyone else, much more...
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