I don't know how I missed this...

..2 years ago - Geoffrey Berman's book detailing Trump's "weaponization" of the justice dept.

Rachel Maddow did a show on it Monday, using some of the content to explain the long delay in Trump's 'hush money' case going to trial. That particular aspect was far less interesting to me than all the other incidents of Trump abusing his presidential position to go after his enemies. It's really good stuff to post on X and counter all the MAGA malarky aimed at Biden.

https://www.democraticunderground.com/10142966310

I can't find a straight answer on the US releasing asset $$$ to Iran

Can someone help me out? The repugs are making out it's why the Middle East wars started...I know better but need some talking points.

Thanks in advance...

Against All Enemies...the movie

I rented that movie...for those of us who keep up with the daily in's and out's of current political events it was sorta' boring. Several segments with the various members of current various militaristic groups. One thing they most all had in common was the stated objective: "We're defending the Constitution." No mention of "mighty whitey". One guy even said his group wasn't militaristic. But their defense of the Constitution is due to a government gone bad that's not following the Constitution...so they got to square off against the government.

There were some sane people with input through out, attempting to explain or offer the psychological analysis and there were several references to the "leaders" (like Flynn or Trump) who provide the stimulus to keep 'em revved up.

I'm not a movie critic and don't have the skills to produce a sensible critique but my gut feeling is some of those kooks got no plans to go away.

Deja vu all over again...2024 election

Not that anyone here is surprised that Trump will cry "rigged election" when he loses in November.

But the questions in my mind; 1) will the courts will be less receptive to hearing bogus cases similar to last time and 2) will Trump find any lawyers willing to take cases they know are bogus. Giuliani, Eastman, Chesebro, Powell, Ellis, Clark established some excellent training examples clearly depicting how not to practice law.

https://apnews.com/article/trump-2024-election-lies-voter-fraud-biden-f3f3691c2ea0667ad694e3bee577d802

Trump going to sue Merchan

Loose Cannon has given...

..Jack Smith an open door to appeal her lack of decision on the PRA issue.

I got this from MSNBC's Lisa Rubin minutes ago as she discussed Cannon's refusal to rule on the PRA defense for Trump. In her statement, Cannon said Smith could seek whatever appellate action he desires.

She's (opinion) looking for an out and Smith may make it available...

Trump posted 77 'truths' on Easter Day...

..per MSNBC.

https://www.msnbc.com/morning-joe/watch/trump-spends-easter-posting-77-times-on-social-media-208064069531

That firm trial date for April 15 has pushed him to maximum attack mode.

Maricopa county geared up for Nov election..

..to provide security for election workers.

https://www.azfamily.com/video/2024/03/15/increased-protections-maricopa-county-election-officials-due-threats/

Trump also (surprise, surprise) cheats at golf.

Trump "Truth" posted he was being awarded "THE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY & THE SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY. I WON BOTH!"

I had already read that he cheated and in a moment of Trump-mentality curiosity, I Googled the question.

https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/sports/2023/02/03/trump-and-golf-fancy-resorts-a-list-partners-cheating-at-highest-level/69857594007/

So, does Trump have the $500M or not?

All the Sunday shows are still talking about tomorrow being the impact day for Donnie and his money bond. His lawyers said he doesn't have it and can't raise it. He's now saying he has it.

I suppose, for the moment, everyone is following the "don't listen to what they say, watch what they do" rule?