What is Trump's End Game to be Master of the Universe?
This just about says it all.
Yesterday, during an extemporaneous monologue that Trump gave at a formal Republican Congressional Committee dinner, he rambled on for 2 hours spewing thoughts that popped out of his brain, unedited for chilling disclosures of how his warped mind actually works. Among his pronouncements was his boast that many countries are calling him and "kissing my ass... dying to make a deal" and pleading "Please, please sir, let me make a deal; I'll do anything. I'll do anything sir".
Anyone sitting through his diatribe could not escape concluding that we are dealing here with a madman. This is not about tariffs, or even trade. This is all about Donald Trump and his aspiration to be Master of the Universe.
Regardless of whether Trump has the legal authority to unilaterally deport Venezuelans back to Venezuela, what is his legal authority to deport a Venezuelan or any other non-citizen of the U.S. to a country of Trump's choosing to have that person thrown into prison there ? I must be missing something here because it sounds so Draconian and fascist.
Andrew, thank you for another excellently explained podcast (with a well suited title). I appreciate your and Mary’s commitment to the rule of law! Also happy to hear Mary is on the mend!
Many triggers for Andrew in this episode of Main Justice ! I can hear it in his voice and I just wish I could see his face! Speedy recovery Mary! Thanks to you both!
Thank you. I hadn't fully understood the 5-4 decision in the case regarding the Venezuelan deportees, was glad to know that some of the habeas petitions Will end up back in judge Boasberg’s court. Regarding the case of Mr. Garcia and the Trump spokesman’s response, I appreciate your generous comments that begin with “even if true.” I don't think I'd be able to give him the benefit of the doubt after hearing the exaggerated and insistent rhetoric to describe Mr. Garcia, but this feature has become par for the course for the administration. Most of us know they are lying with every word they speak.
I enjoyed very much getting a more comprehensive view of the different processes as I'm not at all familiar with the US justice system. I'm with you and cannot believe the indignity and the cruelty of what's going on with the unlawful deportations. This is a Regime plain and simple. I wish Mary a most speedy recovery, the people need the both of you in these uncertain times ! 🙏🚫👑
Thank you for your clear and authoritative explanations of these complex legal issues for someone who knows little about legal matters. I hope Mary recovers soon and I’m thankful it wasn’t a more serious injury.
I have been trying to register several times following your instructions. On the phone I get a problem that the form gets clear out on the last step and reports wrong card number. I tried on a diferente device a tablet this time. It goes well it already has my email, I had register for free before, unfortunately the next step the software goes on an infinite loop 🔂
I remember when it was wondered if soldiers would obey an illegal order. Yet here we have orders which I think are clearly illegal, and don't need the Supreme Court to tell us that!?, that the FBI, DOJ, Musk etc. are obeying. Why are these just cases for the Supreme Court to decide, and their is no accountability like some say a soldier would have to consider?
The market today will adsorb the Chinese tariff addition. A total of 84% on U.S. goods and agriculture. One good thing, there is plenty of room for our stock market to fall. And don’t forget to think about the cruelty from 5 men on the Supreme Court. If my brother were in that El Salvadoran prison, I don’t see how 5 men could still be on the court. https://hotbuttons.substack.com/p/cruel-capriciously-smelly-supreme?r=3m1bs
Hats off to the apparently at least somewhat less troglodyte SCOTUS for this decision. And meanwhile, let's all keep in mind that Trump&Co's cruelty is a feature not a bug of its ventures.
What is Trump's End Game to be Master of the Universe?
This just about says it all.
Yesterday, during an extemporaneous monologue that Trump gave at a formal Republican Congressional Committee dinner, he rambled on for 2 hours spewing thoughts that popped out of his brain, unedited for chilling disclosures of how his warped mind actually works. Among his pronouncements was his boast that many countries are calling him and "kissing my ass... dying to make a deal" and pleading "Please, please sir, let me make a deal; I'll do anything. I'll do anything sir".
Anyone sitting through his diatribe could not escape concluding that we are dealing here with a madman. This is not about tariffs, or even trade. This is all about Donald Trump and his aspiration to be Master of the Universe.
Regardless of whether Trump has the legal authority to unilaterally deport Venezuelans back to Venezuela, what is his legal authority to deport a Venezuelan or any other non-citizen of the U.S. to a country of Trump's choosing to have that person thrown into prison there ? I must be missing something here because it sounds so Draconian and fascist.
Andrew, thank you for another excellently explained podcast (with a well suited title). I appreciate your and Mary’s commitment to the rule of law! Also happy to hear Mary is on the mend!
Many triggers for Andrew in this episode of Main Justice ! I can hear it in his voice and I just wish I could see his face! Speedy recovery Mary! Thanks to you both!
Thank you. I hadn't fully understood the 5-4 decision in the case regarding the Venezuelan deportees, was glad to know that some of the habeas petitions Will end up back in judge Boasberg’s court. Regarding the case of Mr. Garcia and the Trump spokesman’s response, I appreciate your generous comments that begin with “even if true.” I don't think I'd be able to give him the benefit of the doubt after hearing the exaggerated and insistent rhetoric to describe Mr. Garcia, but this feature has become par for the course for the administration. Most of us know they are lying with every word they speak.
Great explanation of how the decision was 9-0 on due process. Not sure the AG gets it.
I enjoyed very much getting a more comprehensive view of the different processes as I'm not at all familiar with the US justice system. I'm with you and cannot believe the indignity and the cruelty of what's going on with the unlawful deportations. This is a Regime plain and simple. I wish Mary a most speedy recovery, the people need the both of you in these uncertain times ! 🙏🚫👑
Thank you for your clear and authoritative explanations of these complex legal issues for someone who knows little about legal matters. I hope Mary recovers soon and I’m thankful it wasn’t a more serious injury.
Hi Andrew you and I share the same birthday. Sorry I am retired and cannot subscribe and pay. You have more money than I do . But I still love you!
👏👏💙💙👏👏
I have been trying to register several times following your instructions. On the phone I get a problem that the form gets clear out on the last step and reports wrong card number. I tried on a diferente device a tablet this time. It goes well it already has my email, I had register for free before, unfortunately the next step the software goes on an infinite loop 🔂
I remember when it was wondered if soldiers would obey an illegal order. Yet here we have orders which I think are clearly illegal, and don't need the Supreme Court to tell us that!?, that the FBI, DOJ, Musk etc. are obeying. Why are these just cases for the Supreme Court to decide, and their is no accountability like some say a soldier would have to consider?
Im back! cant wait to give it a listen!
(i can see) ! 20/20 vision. so grateful.
respectfully rose
Andrew, the link to Mary’s opinion piece is behind a paywall.
The market today will adsorb the Chinese tariff addition. A total of 84% on U.S. goods and agriculture. One good thing, there is plenty of room for our stock market to fall. And don’t forget to think about the cruelty from 5 men on the Supreme Court. If my brother were in that El Salvadoran prison, I don’t see how 5 men could still be on the court. https://hotbuttons.substack.com/p/cruel-capriciously-smelly-supreme?r=3m1bs
Hats off to the apparently at least somewhat less troglodyte SCOTUS for this decision. And meanwhile, let's all keep in mind that Trump&Co's cruelty is a feature not a bug of its ventures.