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Published Jul 19, 2023

BREAKING: Trump Targeted By DOJ Over January 6

Ben Shapiro delves into Trump's legal predicaments and their ramifications for the Republican Party, while contrasting them with the leadership visions of Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley. Concurrently, the episode scrutinizes Democratic debates sparked by anti-Israel sentiment, alongside concerns about President Biden's cognitive state and support.
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  • DOJ Actions

    The Department of Justice's actions against Donald Trump have sparked significant political debate. argues that the DOJ's investigations, led by special prosecutor Jack Smith, are politically motivated, suggesting that the Biden administration is using these legal challenges to target Trump, their primary opponent 1. He highlights the unusual nature of appointing special prosecutors, noting that once appointed, they often find something to charge 1. Shapiro also points out the dynamic where Trump's indictments seem to boost his support within the Republican Party, despite potentially harming his general election prospects 2.

    The minute that you appoint a special counsel, a special investigator, special prosecutor, any of these things, that person is just going to dig and dig and dig until they hit even some minor level of pay dirt.

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    This situation raises questions about the fairness and implications of such legal maneuvers.

       

    Giuliani's Role

    Rudy Giuliani's involvement in Trump's election challenges has been under scrutiny, with speculation about his legal status. Shapiro discusses claims that Giuliani might have "flipped" due to not receiving a target letter, suggesting he may have cooperated with prosecutors 3. However, Giuliani's team denies any testimony against Trump, emphasizing the difficulty of proving intent in these cases 4. Shapiro questions the novelty of evidence against Trump, highlighting the challenges of proving intent crimes, which require demonstrating that Trump knowingly engaged in fraudulent activities 4.

    Intent is part of the crime. You have to know that you're defrauding somebody.

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    This underscores the complexity of the legal proceedings surrounding Trump's allies.

       

    Election Impact

    Trump's legal troubles are reshaping the electoral landscape, influencing candidate strategies and voter perceptions. Shapiro analyzes polling data, noting that Trump's support remains stable but insufficient to secure a victory against Joe Biden, as he struggles to surpass 45% in polls 5. He contrasts this with Ron DeSantis, whose polling numbers show more variability, suggesting potential for growth if he can capitalize on voter dissatisfaction with Biden 6. Shapiro emphasizes the need for Republicans to consider candidates who can challenge Biden without the baggage of legal controversies.

    Right now, if you look at the Trump versus Biden polls, what you find is that Donald Trump cannot break 45% with a hammer and a blowtorch.

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    This highlights the strategic considerations for the Republican Party moving forward.

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