Liz Cheney recently made some controversial comments about Donald Trump and his Make America Great Again movement. She called for the US Supreme Court to reject Trump’s claims of presidential immunity. Several Trump loyalists criticized her take, along with her decisions during Trump’s political career.
Cheney’s Criticisms
Cheney has often been critical of the GOP and Trump despite being a Republican. On social media, she shared her thoughts on Trump once again and his claims of immunity. Cheney spoke about transparency and accountability, arguing that presidential immunity is not absolute. She also compared Trump to the Russian leader, Vladimir Putin.
Cheney’s Comments
Cheney wrote, “It’s been 3+ years since Jan 6 and Americans have a right to hear the grand jury evidence against Trump in open court. Putin may be immune from Russian law—and thus able to freely kill dissidents—but it should be obvious to the Supreme Court that a U.S. President isn’t.” The ‘dissident’ in question is Alexei Navalny, who recently died.
Trump’s Legal Problems
Cheney’s comments are about Trump’s appeal to the Supreme Court. Trump was indicted over his apparent efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results and the January 6 Capitol riot. He has consistently rejected these claims, arguing they are politically motivated. His legal team argues that, as he was President at the time, he is immune from being prosecuted for his actions.
Eligibility and Immunity Challenges
Some lower courts have already rejected Trump’s claim of presidential immunity. However, Trump is expected to challenge and appeal these decisions. One of his main defense arguments centers on this idea of immunity, along with claims that the charges against him are false and a part of a political ‘witch hunt.’
The Supreme Court’s Deliberation
However, some people have questioned the Supreme Court’s impartiality. As President, Trump nominated three of the nine current justices, and there are concerns they will biased toward him. At the same time, the Court is also considering Trump’s appeal over the 14th Amendment’s insurrection clause.
Trump’s NATO Comments
Previously, Cheney criticized Trump’s statements about NATO. When asked about what Trump would do if Russia invaded a country that didn’t contribute financially to NATO, Trump said, “I would not protect you. I would encourage them to do whatever the hell they want. You got to pay. You got to pay your bills.”
Taking Things Seriously
Cheney said, “[Trump] has basically made clear that under a Trump administration, the United States is unlikely to keep its NATO commitments. We have to take Donald Trump very seriously. We have to take seriously the extent to which you’ve now got a Putin wing in the Republican Party. I believe the issue this election cycle is making sure the Putin wing of the Republican Party does not take over the West Wing of the White House.”
Cheney vs. MAGA
Cheney’s criticisms of Trump have not gone unnoticed. Several MAGA supporters took to social media to criticize her remarks. Some of them pointed out how she was defeated in the 2022 primary elections and argued she should not be commenting on the situation. Others criticized her consistent anti-Trump stance, such as her decision to vote to impeach him after the Capitol riots.
Trump’s Silence
Trump has not yet publicly responded to Cheney’s comments. However, he previously referred to her as “Crazy Liz Cheney.” He also claimed she “suffers from Trump Derangement Syndrome at a level rarely seen before.” In another statement, he said, “She just lost her Congressional Seat by the largest margin EVER, now is desperately looking for something else to do. Her unhinged statements are becoming a THREAT TO DEMOCRACY!”
Rule of Law Concerns
Cheney has also expressed her concerns about a second Trump presidency. She has claimed that if he returns to the presidency, this could destroy American democracy. Cheney claims that Trump would appoint aides who may bypass constitutional restrictions to support him. She cited Trump’s actions after the 2020 election and during the January 6th attack as evidence for this.
Charges of Obstructing an Official Proceeding
The Supreme Court is also involved in other high-profile cases. One of these involves charges of obstructing an official proceeding after the 2020 election’s congressional certification. How the Supreme Court rules this case could affect Trump because he is currently facing similar charges.
Congressional Role in Candidate Disqualification
The Supreme Court may rule that Congress must enact legislation before a state can enforce the 14th Amendment’s insurrection clause against him. If this ruling happens, then this would shift the responsibility of determining Trump’s eligibility to federal lawmakers. They would need to prove he is an insurrectionist before disqualifying him.
Criminal Charges and Voter Impact
Polls from Reuters and Ipsos suggest that some Republican voters would be less likely to support Trump if he were convicted of a crime. However, there are also Trump loyalists who claim they would vote for him regardless of the outcome. As such, the Supreme Court’s decisions could have direct consequences for Trump’s presidential prospects.
Federal Appeals Court on Presidential Immunity
Trump has already faced several legal setbacks, including one by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. They ruled that Trump does not have immunity from his apparent attempts to overturn the 2020 election. This ruling moves Trump closer to a criminal trial.
Charges and Trials Overview
Outside of the Supreme Court decisions, Trump faces several other legal challenges. These include indictment charges over organizing fraudulent elector slates in seven states he lost during the 2020 election and mishandling classified documents. He is appealing a $5 million verdict in a sexual abuse and defamation case involving writer E. Jean Carroll, with further trials scheduled throughout 2024.
Consequences of the SOX Act Interpretation
The Supreme Court will also rule on the “obstruction of an official proceeding” under the SOX Act. Their decisions are likely to affect how Trump and other January 6 defendants are prosecuted. This decision is related to attempts to halt the certification of the 2020 election results, and their ruling could invalidate some of the charges against Trump.
Georgia Election-Tampering Criminal Probe
In Georgia, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is investigating Trump for allegedly trying to overturn his defeat in Georgia’s 2020 presidential vote. This includes a phone call to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Legal experts suggest Trump may have violated several Georgia criminal laws, with a charging decision expected by September 1.
Truth Social Deal Investigation
Additionally, the Justice Department and financial regulators are investigating the deal between Digital World Acquisition Corp and Trump’s social media firm, Truth Social. There are concerns that the companies violated security regulations during the agreement process. Federal prosecutors have already subpoenaed the company and its board of directors.
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