In a lengthy and impassioned late-night monologue posted on social media, former President Donald Trump went on a six-minute rant ahead of his criminal immunity appeal. Scheduled to be heard by the Supreme Court and the DC Circuit Court of Appeals, the appeal comes after Judge Tanya Chutkan denied two motions to dismiss based on First Amendment and presidential immunity claims.
Trump’s tirade covered a range of topics, including his belief in presidential immunity, claims of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, criticisms of President Joe Biden’s administration, accusations of corruption against Biden, and the ongoing legal challenges he faces. Here are some key points from Trump’s monologue:
- Presidential Immunity: Trump asserted his entitlement to presidential immunity, emphasizing that every president has such immunity, especially considering the job he did during his tenure. He claimed he was looking for voter fraud, a mandate he believed was part of his duty.
- Accusations of Voter Fraud: Trump reiterated his claims of discovering “tremendous amounts of voter fraud” in the 2020 election and stated that volumes of information supported his allegations.
- Criticism of Biden’s Administration: Trump accused Biden of allowing a border invasion, permitting millions of people, including those from prisons, jails, mental institutions, and terrorists, to enter the country, leading to what he deemed an insurrection.
- Afghanistan Surrender: Trump heavily criticized the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, referring to it as a surrender and highlighting the military equipment left behind, hostages, and casualties.
- Corruption Allegations Against Biden: Trump alleged that Biden received millions of dollars from foreign countries like Russia, Afghanistan, and China, suggesting that Biden should be ripe for indictment.
- Weaponizing the DOJ: Trump accused Biden of weaponizing the Department of Justice (DOJ) against him, characterizing it as a political campaign tactic to address Biden’s declining poll numbers.
- Indictments and Scam Claims: Trump dismissed the legal actions against him as “Biden indictments” and labeled them as a scam and persecution orchestrated by Biden to improve his poll numbers.
- Statute of Limitations Warning: Trump warned Biden about potential legal repercussions after leaving office, pointing out the statute of limitations for the next president to pursue legal actions against him.
The monologue showcased Trump’s signature style, incorporating bold assertions, criticisms, and a narrative of victimization. It also served as a preview of the narrative he may emphasize during his criminal immunity appeal.
