Bruce H. Joffe: "Unprecedented ..." Criminal in the White House, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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What happens when a criminal - a convicted felon - occupies the White House? He destroys it ... along with the rule of law, civil liberties, freedoms, and justice for across the United States of America. In the process, litigation becomes a routine occurrence to buy time, challenge norms and regulations, and exceed the powers delegated to him. In the first book to focus on the legal actions brought by and against Trump & Company, award-winning author Bruce H. Joffe details how Donald Trump and his administration have used and abused jurisprudence. "Unprecedented ..." Criminal in the White House chronicles the damage suffered by the country as a president defies his oath of office with actions beyond his authority and contrary to the Constitution. The idea of a convicted felon ascending to the presidency is a notion that many would find unfathomable. If a Republican criminal were to take office, one could foresee a profound shift in the political landscape. The implications of such a presidency would ripple through all branches of government, particularly if the GOP holds a majority in Congress and the Supreme Court, raising concerns about checks and balances. The Trump 2.0 administration has faced an "unprecedented" volume of litigation, a word that's been used about Trump's presidency countless times. The volume of legal battles poses significant long-term risks to American democracy, let alone the cost to Americans who will have to pay attorney fees to defend Donald J. Trump, Cabinet members, and other officials' actions. "The cost of defending Trump 2.0's ... lawsuits is unknown but the long-term risks to democracy are frightening.

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