Trump Is Already Planning an Attack on DeSantis. So Far, Here's His Playbook
Summary by NewsWall Apr 16 23
- "In a Republican primary, only Donald Trump could effectively go after Ron DeSantis for wanting to cut Social Security," said a Republican close to Trump's 2024 campaign.
- DeSantis is a lot more traditional Republican candidate.
- Though DeSantis has declined to explicitly respond to Trump's continued barbs, the governor has periodically highlighted the differences between himself and Trump, usually by attempting to ascertain Trump's position on specific matters like as pandemic limits.
- Similarly, Kochel believes Trump will struggle to portray DeSantis as a tool of the establishment.
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- The historic first trial of a former U.S. president began Monday in a storied courthouse that has seen a host of high-profile cases over the years, from rap stars to movie moguls, but never one with such potential consequences for the nation and the world.
- Despite Trump's open contempt for the trial, he was not disruptive in court but rather disinterested. However, Trump's lawyers managed to prevent jurors from being informed about specific allegations of sexual misconduct from 2016.
- Prosecutors plan to highlight Trump's relationship with adult-film actress Stormy Daniels and other women in court to show that he paid hush money to protect his political image.
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- The cast includes Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn, Martin Donovan as Fred Trump, and Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump.
- The approach the film will take in depicting Trump and the statements it will make about his political career remain to be seen, with reactions expected post-premiere.
🔊 Donald Trump's historic criminal trial is underway in New York where he is accused of paying hush money to a porn star. Listen to @jackqueen_ on the Reuters ...
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John Leguizamo on Trump’s Latino support: ‘He doesn’t like us, and he doesn’t want us here’
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Supreme Court justices signal wariness of law used for Jan. 6 prosecutions: The scope of a federal obstruction law used against scores of Jan ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4597463-supreme-court-justices-signal-wariness-of-law-used-for-jan-6-prosecutions/
Quick Glance: Justices Question Obstruction Charge Against Jan. 6 Rioter
- The Supreme Court is considering whether Jan. 6 rioters can be charged with obstructing an official proceeding, potentially impacting Trump's election interference case.
- During Tuesday's hearing, justices expressed concerns about the Justice Department's use of the obstruction statute to prosecute those involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.
- A potential consequence of a ruling in favor of Fischer could affect Trump, although this outcome is not definitive. Prosecutors in Trump's case have emphasized that even if Fischer succeeds, Trump's actions would still be governed by a more restrictive interpretation of the law.
- The provision was enacted in 2002 as part of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, passed after the Enron accounting scandal. Both Fischer and Trump argue that the obstruction law does not apply to their alleged conduct, meaning the charges should be dropped.
Exclusive: Donald Trump mulls middle-class tax cut as he eyes return to office: U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has indicated to advisers he ...
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Trump’s extreme rhetoric is a mainstay of his 2024 campaign. Much of it could become a reality if he wins another term
cnn.com/2024/04/13/politics/trump-rhetoric/
Trump says Arizona's abortion ban goes too far and defends the overturning of Roe v. Wade
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Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
- Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.
- Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.
- Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.
- The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
Donald Trump rages in first criminal trial - jury selection begins: The historic trial against Donald Trump for covering up a hush money payment began in New ...
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Lara Trump blasts hush money case as ‘insane,’ says it won’t hurt Trump campaign
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4595658-lara-trump-blasts-hush-money-case-as-insane-says-it-wont-hurt-trump-campaign/
Mark Cuban says he's proud to pay taxes in swipe at Trump: "This country has done so much for me, I'm proud to pay my taxes every single year," Cuban wrote on X ...
businessinsider.com/mark-cuban-proud-to-pay-taxes-unlike-certain-ex-president-2024-4
Trump special counsel, Carroll listed among Time’s most influential: Two important figures in former President Trump’s legal struggles have made it onto this ...
thehill.com/homenews/media/4600723-2024-time-100-trump-jack-smith-e-jean-carroll/
Alina Habba Reveals If Trump Is Concerned About Going to Jail: Habba said that Trump would "be like Nelson Mandela" if he is sent to jail for violating a gag ...
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Barr, a vocal Trump critic, says he will ‘support the Republican ticket’ in November
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/17/barr-vocal-trump-critic-says-he-will-support-republican-ticket-november/
'Biden is weak': President draws fire for muted response to Iran attack on Israel
nypost.com/2024/04/14/us-news/biden-draws-fire-for-muted-response-to-iran-attack-on-israel/
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Dems bank on Trump trial boosting Biden: Democrats are hopeful that President Biden’s freedom to hit the campaign trail while former President Trump is stuck in ...
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George Conway: Trump doesn’t have ‘complete ability’ to control himself in courtroom
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4599703-george-conway-trump-doesnt-have-complete-ability-to-control-himself-in-courtroom/
Jon Stewart Mocks Trump for Sleeping in Court: ‘Imagine Committing so Many Crimes You Get Bored at Your Own Trial’ | Video
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Donald Trump Stares Directly at Court Photographer in Multiple Photos: Trump glares down the lens of a press photographer working to capture the first day of the ...
newsweek.com/donald-trump-court-trial-stormy-daniels-photos-press-photographer-1890721
Trump's social media posts follow him to courthouse: New York prosecutors argue that he should be held in contempt over his Truth Social posts.
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Porn star Stormy Daniels is a central figure in Donald Trump's criminal hush-money trial. Here are some facts about Daniels and her alleged relationship with ...
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Criminal trial against Trump: First jurors selected: The first seven jurors have been selected in the historic criminal trial for covering up a hush money ...
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Former campaign aide ahead of first trial: Trump cases political ‘from beginning to end’
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4592358-former-campaign-aide-first-trial-trump-cases-political/
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