“In his second inaugural speech, George Washington observed that violating his oath would invite ‘the upbraiding of all who are now witnesses of the present solemn ceremony.’”
Why is Trump not prosecuted now for violating the law and his oath?
We witness his violations nearly daily; President Trump mocks the law, ridicules justices, and defies court orders. These are evidence and violations of his oath to uphold the law and the Constitution.
“The Constitution confers no immunity from prosecution and civil suits upon presidents and former presidents, Congress might bestow such privileges and immunities.” Saikrishna B. Prakash, University of Virginia Law
While the Supreme Court allows that he is immune from actions taken as a part of his work as President, does this permit him to defy the law?
Reasonable people — we the citizens, are an active part of the answer. We don’t have to tolerate it and must pressure Republicans in Congress to do their jobs! They are the guardrails, especially when Trump defies justice and judicial orders.
AGs from many states have suits against him. We need action from Republicans in Congress. What is their liability for failing to protect us from authoritarian tyranny?
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