DeSantis WON'T STOP as GOP fumbles Biden "crimes," Trump faces prison
The David Pakman Show - June 20, 2023
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How much prison time Trump is REALLY facing
Now that he is facing numerous criminal charges in multiple jurisdictions, there is an actual possibility that failed former President Donald Trump will end up in prison. Some people have been suggesting he will be sentenced to 536 years in prison based on the maximum possible sentences for each individual crime he is charged with. However, a more realistic estimate would be 20 to 24 years, which could effectively be a life sentence for 77-year-old Trump. Sentencing guidelines account for factors such as the severity of the crimes, research data, recidivism, and the impact on victims. But judges have discretion in considering various factors and may deviate from the guidelines. The possibility of additional charges, consolidation of charges, the emergence of new evidence, and different trial outcomes could all impact Trump’s final sentence if he is convicted. Given Trump's inclination to fight the charges and his status as a former president, alternative forms of punishment, such as home confinement or a suspended sentence may be on the table. It is important to avoid premature judgments and allow the legal process to unfold, as further indictments from different jurisdictions could affect the overall outcome.
Trump REJECTED plan to avoid criminal indictment altogether!
Donald Trump reportedly rejected his lawyers' attempts to negotiate a settlement with the Justice Department to avoid indictment in the classified documents investigation. Instead, he opted for a confrontational approach, potentially shaping the trajectory of the next 18 to 24 months. This decision has led to an unsealed indictment with numerous criminal counts, posing the risk of decades in prison for Trump. The failed former president's refusal to cooperate led to the FBI search of his Mar-a-Lago home and subsequently, Attorney General Merrick Garland's decision to appoint special counsel Jack Smith to the case. This echoes the pattern observed in the Mueller probe, where Trump's combative approach prolonged the investigation and he did everything he could to obstruct. Trump, enjoying the privileges of a sitting president, wasn’t taught any lessons for his refusal to cooperate in the Russia probe, so now he is finally seeming to pay the price for his obstinance.
DeSantis defends Trump, talks about Hillary's emails
Republicans are employing the tactic of “what aboutism” by bringing up Hillary Clinton's emails to deflect from Donald Trump's indictment. Even Ron DeSantis, who’s running against Trump in the Republican primary, is comparing Clinton's email controversy to Trump's indictment on 37 felony counts. However, the two situations are fundamentally different. Trump is accused of mishandling classified documents, obstructing justice, and making false statements, while Clinton's case involved her use of a private server, which was deemed careless but not criminal. The Trump indictment alleges his refusal to hand over requested documents and deliberate attempts to hide them. In contrast, Clinton voluntarily provided work-related emails and deleted personal ones deemed irrelevant. The distinction between the two cases is crucial, with potential prison time for Trump and no evidence of political bias in Clinton's investigation.
Trump and MAGA visibly confused about Espionage Act
There has been confusion surrounding the Justice Department's decision to charge Donald Trump under the Espionage Act, with some mistakenly assuming it implies accusations of being a foreign spy. However, it's important to clarify that the Espionage Act primarily targets the unauthorized possession or sharing of classified government information, extending beyond foreign espionage. This law has been frequently employed to prosecute individuals who unlawfully retain or obstruct the government's recovery of classified documents. During Trump's presidency, there were instances where individuals faced charges under the Espionage Act for similar offenses, highlighting its broader application. The decision to charge Trump under the Espionage Act emphasizes the gravity of the allegations regarding the unauthorized retention and potential obstruction of classified government documents, raising questions about the potential legal consequences and prison time he could face if found guilty.
More on the show:
-- The College Board isn't putting up with Ron DeSantis's plan to scrub AP classes of LGBT topics
-- Republicans James Comer and Marjorie Taylor Greene admit they don't know if there are tapes of Joe Biden receiving bribes
-- Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik claims Biden "committed multiple criminal acts"
-- Trump's trial timelines will overlap with voting in the 2024 election
-- Caller talks about how his family is only focused on right-wing culture war issues
-- On the Bonus Show: Charlie Kirk calls Juneteenth "pagan garbage," and much more...
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