This article cited two impeachable offices. There have been many others this past year. I bet John Danforth and Michael J. Luttig could draft articles of impeachment, give them to every member of Congress and demand action. They could even distribute these articles to every subscriber to the Contrarian and ask for an electronic signature of approval, then cite the approval numbers in the article's cover letter. Also send this to every media outlet, including Fox and see how it plays out. It's time for action, not just talk.
For Jah's sake, we voters are sitting ducks with no representation. Our reps had better wake up to that fact, because they are "us" too. We're all in the same pond.
Two more impeachable offenses. At this point, I suspect that if one were to draw up a comprehensive listing of impeachable offenses by Trump in his second term so far, the resulting document would be as long as a Stephen King manuscript.
Pretty much everything the orange dumpster does is illegal. The only way he can be stopped is to vote blue in November and give the Democrats at least 60 seats in the Senate. I know that's wishful thinking, but there are so many things that need to be stopped and.or reversed and they need 60 votes to do.
Thanks for pointing out that we were in the middle of negotiations with Iran. In fact they were on the cusp of agreeing to even tougher restrictions and inspections than under the previous agreement (made when Obama was Pres), which DT had killed in his first term. There was another meeting scheduled for today. One might think this whole negotiation was just a way of keeping everyone looking the other way while DT prepared for attack. Well past time to impeach this lawless, self-serving excuse for a President.
Why? Because Trump and Bondi have hijacked the Department of Justice; Patel has done the same for him with the FBI, and the Republican congress seems to see no wrong in what's happening either.
And we really have to show up, everywhere and all at once. My family will be there with me, and anybody else I can guilt-trip into showing up. I don't think it is going to take much to fill the streets. For one thing, Trump's "base" is not as dumb as some of us seem to think. They know it will not be the billionaire's sons and daughter's fighting Trump's wars. It will be theirs. It's time to start playing "Fortunate Son" again.
Alex Shepard writes in New Republic, "In Iran, the destruction and general illegality is the point: This administration wants to drop a shitload of bombs, to kill a foreign leader, to destabilize a foreign nation, if not an entire region, simply because it can—and because no one can stop it."
I don't see any other "objective" at play. Again, when you have to give 6 different rationales for war, it's generally the one you don't state.
Trump must be called out on his illegal war. Other presidents did not do blatantly illegal acts such as what has happened here. Congress has the power to declare war not the president.
Congress needs to fulfill its obligation to check a President who is openly violating the rule of law and our Constitution! Why do they think that it is alright to violate their own oath? Do your job or resign!
There are members of Congress who are doing their job, or trying. It's hard when Cpngress is essentially stalled by a few republicans who misuse their power to stall the entire Congress from functioning. But let's please not dis those who are not part of that group. The margin is very tight, and we have a good potential to close that gap in the midterms and make it possible for Congress to function again. I dream of a Dem speaker of the house. It could change our future. Let's work for it.
According to the video made by a small group of legislators who are also veterans current military members involved are breaking their oath to the constitution. This means from Caine on down.
Thank you gentle men. We are grateful for your knowledge your integrity and your courage. I hope many many people read and absorb your words and their meaning. 💔🇺🇸
This is a well-written explanation of the various ways Donald Trump and his Administration completely ignore the Constitution which they are bound by oath to follow.
Excellent summary of the state of the law. A couple of other thoughts.
First, can an intent to intentionally conceal from the American people the justification and purpose for going to war constitute a high crime or misdemeanor? For example, Trump's claim that Iran constituted an imminent threat to the US appears baseless.
Second, Trump and the Sec Def have now each said they expect the US will be engaged in combat activities for four to six weeks. This appears to be outside the scope of combat activities which have been conducted outside the scope of Congressional authorization (either a declaration or formal AUMF legislation).
Third, Iran is a leader in state sponsored terrorism and there is a significant risk of attacks on the Homeland. Trump's recent statements and appearances, or non-appearances, raise legitimate questions regarding his physical and cognitive ability to fulfill his duties as a war-time president. In addition, Kash Patel's recent escapades, including his trip to Italy in the run-up to hostilities and firing nearly a dozen senior FBI agents with national security/counterterrorism expertise, raise questions regarding his fitness to remain Director of the FBI.
These things are often discussed. There are methods to address them if only we had a Congress who had the latitude to actually function. Unfortunately, that is the core problem. First, we need to fix Congress by closing that gap that allows one man to hold the entire Congress in limbo. So start with the elections and work your ass off to get Dems and Progs elected so we can get our Congress functioning again. THEN we might be able to get those other things done. Talking about them without fixing Congress first is an exercise in futility. We need to get out the vote and to do that we need to make it matter to the people whose lives are being affected (all of us).
What is equally likely was that Trump wanted to distract us from Epstein foot-dragging by the actions in and around Venezuela, all of which were illegal. Nobody did anything to stop him, and as it didn't grant him the traction that he expected, he did as he has always done - double down. In this case it was by joining in cahoots with Netanyaho and attacking Iran. Granted, the Ayatollah had a vile and repressive regime going, but what was the need to go after him and the country now? What we were given as a reason (the nuclear threat) is about as viable as the WMD that we got from Bush and our attack on Iraq. We also have been given no timeline, no strategy, no endgame, and no followup. This is how we spent 20 years in Afghanistan. We are not headed in the right direction here, and Congress needs to address the War Powers Resolution forthwith. Impeachment is another option, as this action is illegal, unconstitutional, and has gone too far.
This article cited two impeachable offices. There have been many others this past year. I bet John Danforth and Michael J. Luttig could draft articles of impeachment, give them to every member of Congress and demand action. They could even distribute these articles to every subscriber to the Contrarian and ask for an electronic signature of approval, then cite the approval numbers in the article's cover letter. Also send this to every media outlet, including Fox and see how it plays out. It's time for action, not just talk.
For Jah's sake, we voters are sitting ducks with no representation. Our reps had better wake up to that fact, because they are "us" too. We're all in the same pond.
Good comment. Our Reps may think they are immune from Trump's stupidity, but they are not. Well done!
Two more impeachable offenses. At this point, I suspect that if one were to draw up a comprehensive listing of impeachable offenses by Trump in his second term so far, the resulting document would be as long as a Stephen King manuscript.
It would read like one too!
Scarily worrisome.
When congress cares more about getting-elected than serving their constituents, we get what we are observing today. You are right, Scary.
Pretty much everything the orange dumpster does is illegal. The only way he can be stopped is to vote blue in November and give the Democrats at least 60 seats in the Senate. I know that's wishful thinking, but there are so many things that need to be stopped and.or reversed and they need 60 votes to do.
Thanks for pointing out that we were in the middle of negotiations with Iran. In fact they were on the cusp of agreeing to even tougher restrictions and inspections than under the previous agreement (made when Obama was Pres), which DT had killed in his first term. There was another meeting scheduled for today. One might think this whole negotiation was just a way of keeping everyone looking the other way while DT prepared for attack. Well past time to impeach this lawless, self-serving excuse for a President.
But who will make him accountable?
So why does he get to break our Constitution and our laws without
Consequence?
Why? Because Trump and Bondi have hijacked the Department of Justice; Patel has done the same for him with the FBI, and the Republican congress seems to see no wrong in what's happening either.
NO KINGS RALLY and MARCHES, on March 28th.
NO KINGS, NO WARS.
And we really have to show up, everywhere and all at once. My family will be there with me, and anybody else I can guilt-trip into showing up. I don't think it is going to take much to fill the streets. For one thing, Trump's "base" is not as dumb as some of us seem to think. They know it will not be the billionaire's sons and daughter's fighting Trump's wars. It will be theirs. It's time to start playing "Fortunate Son" again.
Alex Shepard writes in New Republic, "In Iran, the destruction and general illegality is the point: This administration wants to drop a shitload of bombs, to kill a foreign leader, to destabilize a foreign nation, if not an entire region, simply because it can—and because no one can stop it."
I don't see any other "objective" at play. Again, when you have to give 6 different rationales for war, it's generally the one you don't state.
Thank you, all authors of this primer; very illuminating.
Trump must be called out on his illegal war. Other presidents did not do blatantly illegal acts such as what has happened here. Congress has the power to declare war not the president.
Congress hasn't declared war since World War II.
Congress needs to fulfill its obligation to check a President who is openly violating the rule of law and our Constitution! Why do they think that it is alright to violate their own oath? Do your job or resign!
Why do they think it's okay to leave us powerless??? Congress is our power. Do your job or resign!
There are members of Congress who are doing their job, or trying. It's hard when Cpngress is essentially stalled by a few republicans who misuse their power to stall the entire Congress from functioning. But let's please not dis those who are not part of that group. The margin is very tight, and we have a good potential to close that gap in the midterms and make it possible for Congress to function again. I dream of a Dem speaker of the house. It could change our future. Let's work for it.
According to the video made by a small group of legislators who are also veterans current military members involved are breaking their oath to the constitution. This means from Caine on down.
Thank you gentle men. We are grateful for your knowledge your integrity and your courage. I hope many many people read and absorb your words and their meaning. 💔🇺🇸
The lawless t regime has proved over & over they do not care about the rule of law & outwardly breach the Constitution time & time again.
This is a well-written explanation of the various ways Donald Trump and his Administration completely ignore the Constitution which they are bound by oath to follow.
Excellent summary of the state of the law. A couple of other thoughts.
First, can an intent to intentionally conceal from the American people the justification and purpose for going to war constitute a high crime or misdemeanor? For example, Trump's claim that Iran constituted an imminent threat to the US appears baseless.
Second, Trump and the Sec Def have now each said they expect the US will be engaged in combat activities for four to six weeks. This appears to be outside the scope of combat activities which have been conducted outside the scope of Congressional authorization (either a declaration or formal AUMF legislation).
Third, Iran is a leader in state sponsored terrorism and there is a significant risk of attacks on the Homeland. Trump's recent statements and appearances, or non-appearances, raise legitimate questions regarding his physical and cognitive ability to fulfill his duties as a war-time president. In addition, Kash Patel's recent escapades, including his trip to Italy in the run-up to hostilities and firing nearly a dozen senior FBI agents with national security/counterterrorism expertise, raise questions regarding his fitness to remain Director of the FBI.
These things are often discussed. There are methods to address them if only we had a Congress who had the latitude to actually function. Unfortunately, that is the core problem. First, we need to fix Congress by closing that gap that allows one man to hold the entire Congress in limbo. So start with the elections and work your ass off to get Dems and Progs elected so we can get our Congress functioning again. THEN we might be able to get those other things done. Talking about them without fixing Congress first is an exercise in futility. We need to get out the vote and to do that we need to make it matter to the people whose lives are being affected (all of us).
OY GEVALT
What is equally likely was that Trump wanted to distract us from Epstein foot-dragging by the actions in and around Venezuela, all of which were illegal. Nobody did anything to stop him, and as it didn't grant him the traction that he expected, he did as he has always done - double down. In this case it was by joining in cahoots with Netanyaho and attacking Iran. Granted, the Ayatollah had a vile and repressive regime going, but what was the need to go after him and the country now? What we were given as a reason (the nuclear threat) is about as viable as the WMD that we got from Bush and our attack on Iraq. We also have been given no timeline, no strategy, no endgame, and no followup. This is how we spent 20 years in Afghanistan. We are not headed in the right direction here, and Congress needs to address the War Powers Resolution forthwith. Impeachment is another option, as this action is illegal, unconstitutional, and has gone too far.