Now that Donald Trump has been charged with a wide array of federal crimes, the 2024 election cycle is destined to be dominated by high-profile trials. Though the prosecutors and judges will do everything they can to show procedural fairness, it will never be enough for the defense – or, perhaps, for the American public.
CHICAGO – For many Americans, Donald Trump’s mounting legal troubles confirm the deeply corrupt and repulsive character of the man. But there is a significant danger that the trials will help Trump rather than hurt him. As contests between the government and a loosely formed but powerful opposition group, they may come to be seen as political trials – and will play directly into the hands of Trump and his allies.
CHICAGO – For many Americans, Donald Trump’s mounting legal troubles confirm the deeply corrupt and repulsive character of the man. But there is a significant danger that the trials will help Trump rather than hurt him. As contests between the government and a loosely formed but powerful opposition group, they may come to be seen as political trials – and will play directly into the hands of Trump and his allies.