Trump Calls for Arrest of Democratic Lawmakers and Reposts Calls to "Hang Them"
We have extraordinary and alarming developments this morning. President Trump is openly targeting Democratic lawmakers who released a PSA reminding U.S. service members that they must refuse illegal orders. He is not just calling for them to be fired or investigated. He has reposted demands that they be arrested, tried, and even “hanged.” The sitting President of the United States is now amplifying calls for the death of elected officials for urging the military to follow the law.
At the same time, Trump is in active conversations with Paramount and Larry Ellison about a potential takeover of CNN that would include firing specific journalists he dislikes. This is an effort to reshape and control major media outlets in real time.
For journalists, for democracy, and for anyone who believes in a free press, these are some of the most dangerous conditions we have ever seen.
Here’s what you missed:
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Donald Trump calls for the arrest of Democratic lawmakers who made a video urging military members to follow their orders and reject illegal orders:
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A group of Democratic lawmakers with military and intelligence backgrounds released a joint video urging U.S. servicemembers to refuse illegal orders after Trump’s deadly Caribbean boat strikes, warning the administration is putting troops in an “impossible position” as questions mount over the legality of the attacks that have killed at least 83 people.
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Trump went so far as to repost calls to “hang” the Democratic lawmakers on his Truth Social account:
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He went on to call for them to be “locked up.”
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Isnt a call to hang political opponents a call to violence?
I really can't think of a faster way for maga morons to start getting ventilated en masse ...
But...but...but...Didn't the republicans say that it was the democrats calling for violence?
It's always projection with MAGA dudes and dude-ttes. And (though I can not prove it) we had better believe that all those 'august' autocrats and wealthy beyond reason visitors to the White House are being asked to share how they compel their home countries' citizens to accept and maintain 'sovereign' rule by Trump. This democracy had better get on the ball!
... and fearless leader has just provided non-maga americans the justification and explanation.
And here all along we've all thought that "Things NEVER happen".
(/sarc)
Yes.
And if somehow they do end up hanged, it would be a pretty clear case of incitement.
How about if they end up shot?
I dunno. That's an interesting question. I'm not that familiar with the legal implications of incitement.
You would think so.
Then again, if they're shot by a jealous husband or during a mugging, it seems like that would be different.
you say that now....
And will say it then.
It's remarkably easy to stay consistent when one is neither emotional nor tribal.
sure, Jack
The only people who say anything about the way Trump talks now are people who have been criticizing it all along. Where are the rest? The country is 250 years old. What other presidents have encouraged violence against congresspeople?
There has to be a time when apathy is not a good excuse anymore.
And that group is dwindling.
Off living their lives. They figured out long ago that Trump is all bark and very little bite.
I can't think of any off hand.
Most men dislike constantly talking about problems they have no ability to solve. This is a well documented marriage issue, BTW. As distasteful as you may find this to hear, there really isn't anything you can do about Trump. He's the president. I wish he wasn't, but he is. This is not a problem either of us has any ability to solve, and until that changes, I'm sticking with moderate to heavy apathy.
You are mistaken and do not give enough credit to the power of the people in a democracy. For instance, the GOP should consider this potentiality: The party for all its bluster and 'charging in' - can end in a 'yelp' or 'whimper' - do not ever underestimate the power of decent people to take charge over those whom are savaging them. Just look around the world (and history) of men who thought too highly of themselves but pushed people too far and then—revolution.
The (real) reason such revolution has not occurred in the United States is because we have always had the good sense as citizens, . . .and so for our leaders. . . to not go too far afield and 'stress-test' every patience and nerve of the people.
Donald Trump is being himself. Now then, we will survive this as a nation. . . but what will be be AFTER doing so? That remains to be seen.
Personally, I think Trump (and MAGA supporters) are heading toward an unforced political backlash. It is as if Trump and MAGA supporters are "begging" for a revolt. Or for 'half' the country to stop, draw a line, and stop participation (STRIKE).
When a leader makes it plain that s/he is acting out CONTEMPT for half of the citizenship, that 'half' is OBLIGATED to compel political action to protect itself! Now then, politicians can do something to remedy the 'problem' leader or find themselves out of a job/career/representation.
Except, of course, those who spend a lot of time, daily, on social media.
Wasn't it you who used to promote 2nd amendment remedies?
Never. You have me confused with somebody else.
I don't own and I don't carry.
that's the amendment that will save american democracy from maga and thumpers ...
It's truly hilarious that he is calling it "seditious behavior" to remind our military service members that they do NOT have to follow unlawful orders. How is that seditious? It's a fucking fact.
It isn't Trump's fact, though. He is in charge of determining lawful vs unlawful, so if he says do it, the circular logic says it is not illegal.
You know who else determined what was lawful and unlawful? Every petty tyrant down thru the ages
The UCMJ determines lawful orders for servicemembers, friend Thomas. And it can not be simply changed to 'suit' the whim of a president-not even over time. Also, there are provisions in the constitution for removing a president who strives against too many of the nation's citizens. (In any and all cases, their must be a perception that the cause is Just.)
It is a fact. But, Trump did not serve. And this is a moment for understanding of WHY not just 'anybody' can sally forth into the presidency! We need people in office that understand what representation is about, not just pushing people around or steamrolling over them! This is the problem with choosing ACTION over PROCESS: 'Acts' are not good simply because the are actions!
I thought he was insane before but this proves beyond all doubt that he is stark, raving, mad
Is it time to invoke the 25th Amendment and remove a President for incapacitation? I mean Biden looks sane compared to Trump and the MAGA MESA candidates couldn't shut up about him.
Yes!
at first I read incapacitation as decapitation...my mind is warped
no worries, it's pretty much the same thing when referring to the subjects at hand ...
Yeah but good luck in getting two-thirds of both the House and the Senate to agree to that.
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First they need the VP and a majority of the Cabinet to petition Congress so we know it will never happen. They'd do a Weekend At Bernies before anything else...
... you know who should be playing bernie. he's a natural for the part ...
Well . . . it could've been "encapsulation"?
Perhaps "animation"?
"Privation"?
"Cancelation"?
"Pertubation"?
"Translation"?
Or perhaps even. . . "defenestration"?
HAHA! Some family members wanted me to participate with them at local protests... I told them if all they were going to is stand around and wave signs I'd pass, but when they show me the plan for the guillotines, I'd come.
I would not support that, for the same reasons I did not support it when Joe was in office. The chaos and disruption would be far more damaging than leaving him there.
Our system was designed by people who rebelled against a tyrant. That's why the powers of the president are so limited.
It would never happen anyway.
You wouldn't think so, but we have let the crazies run amok for long enough that you never know what kind of nonsense will appear.
Unfortunately, using the word decapitation when talking about Trump will end up with the FBI knocking at your door.
Kind of like talking about plane crashes at the TWA ticket counter.
The president is 'drunk' (and seeking to get more so) with power. Trump does not drink or drug (it is established), but power is a whole number pathway to get 'high.'
So a steady diet of Big Macs is not an addiction?
Seems Trump is addicted to the most dangerous drug of all... narcissistic power.
And while Trump is raging about daring to tell service members they don't have to illegally follow Trumps orders, a former Republican congressional staffer has been charged for allegedly staging her own violent assault, for which she paid someone $500 to slice dozens of cuts into her body, according to prosecutors.
I assume conservatives will accept this as something that defines them just like they used Jussie Smollett to smear liberals, right?
You might actually have a point if a significantly large group of conservative were dumb enough to believe her, but they didn't[✘]
Yes, and every sane American knows who they are and that those stupid fucktards voted for Trump in the last election. It is pretty funny how you try so hard though.
I suppose it depends upon how you choose to define "significantly' . . . eh?
Loud Fox spews viewers scew reality.
I can hear MAGAites say the portion she caught is a DEM hoax and she was really attacked by lunatic lefty liberals, Obama and the Clintons did it, Biden thought he was cutting turkey for Thanksgiving, it was a failed hit by Schumer and Jefferies, Crockett cut her up with her eye-lashes...
P78?
You first, Donnie.
His supporters at the J6 riots erected a gallows for Mike Pence and Pelosi.
So did Trump instruct them to do it? Or is this his brand of civility?
It's not violence from the "left", it's open threats from the president.
Trump under absolutely no circumstance wants peace or civility.
He is all hate, stirring the pot of discord, threatening wars and bombing unknown boats in the hopes of starting a war in order to avoid backlash from his own base if they turn and call for his removal.
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So Trump thinks stating the obvious, that the military is not required to follow illegal orders, is treason.
That's rich coming from an actual coup-plotting traitor. What a disgusting scumbag, always projecting his own faults and crimes onto others.
How will this national nightmare end? Don't just assume he'll leave voluntarily when this term is up. His track record on that isn't exactly encouraging, and he knows the recently gained "immunity" of the presidency is essentially his stay out of jail free card.
Whatever happened to democracy in "the land of the free" ? I am just so glad I do not live there !!
Anger and lack of education are killing it.
igknorantzruling, with A hole lot who been fooled and still fooling, THEMSELVES !
SORRY TO SAY, MY LEWINSKY STILL RULEZ
in the USA
President Trump calls for hanging of Democratic lawmakers.
Well I just had a surprise.
l was just watching the latest stock market news on NBC. They announced the meeting between President Trump & NYC mayor-elect Mamdani had just ended. I had assumed it would be a disaster— lots of anger, perhaps great anger & a shouting match.
But the unexpected happened: there was smiling, they even shook hands!
The reporter (NBC’s Brian Sullivan) pointed out the irony. He mentioned that their meeting was cordial & respectful & also predicted that the reaction of their supporters (on both sides) would be quite different!!!
Trump is easygoing in person I hear. Quite the 'charmer.' But wait until he gets on 'Truth' and behind your back. If he is cross with you. . . then, he talks about "you" in public.
Trump had Epstein killed because Jeff was going to testify against him. Trump is well known to be a murderer. He is not yet in prison due to his money and influence.
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Agreed.
There will be no surrender on either side.
This was just the opening gambit.
The more I read of Mr Trumps ideas of what he would do with anyone who does not agree with him, the more I wonder if he had a blood ancestor by the name of "Adolph Hitler"