Trump expresses uncertainty about supporting due process rights.
Take a gander at the wild antics of Donald Trump, who won't commit to upholding due process rights as stated in the US constitution. In a recent dust-up with NBC's Meet The Press, the proudly un-PC president hinted that he might not be fans of those pesky legalities.
When quizzed on whether US citizens and non-citizens deserve the due process outlined in the Fifth Amendment, Trump's response was refreshingly candid: "Big whoop, I ain't no lawyer, partner. I don't know."
The Fifth Amendment sets forth the "due process of law," meaning people have certain protections when accused of a crime. The 14th Amendment forbids any state from denying "equal protection of the laws" to anyone within its jurisdiction. But, snicker, the president isn't fussed about any of that.
No worries, though, he insisted he's got a crack squad of lawyers to handle the details, assuring us they'll follow the Supreme Court's orders to a T. Quick question: does he know which T we're talking about here? S slavery, the Tea Party, or the Travel Ban? We're not sure.
Trump said he's hell-bent on shipping out some of the scariest people on the planet, but the courts keep tripping him up. Boo hoo, daddy can't do as he pleases! Oh, those naughty courts and their pesky constitutions.
Before his chinwag with the new Canadian prime minister, Trump hasn't toned down his hot-headed rhetoric about Canada becoming the 51st state. Newsflash for the president: Canada ain't interested in joining the dysfunctional family that is the United States.
He also claimed he's got a soft spot for Greenland, hinting at a not-so-secret desire to seize the territory from Denmark. "Let's face it, we need it," he said. "I'm just not seeing the same desire for Canada." Time to bust out the Hawaiian shirts and margaritas, folks – it's invasion time!
Ever the bon vivant, Trump also weighed in on the health of the US economy, saying it's in a "transition period" but "about to rock like never before." Wall Street analysts, however, predict some stormy weather ahead as a result of his tarrif tantrums. Trump shrugged it off, claiming some experts say the economy's going to be better than ever. We'll see about that, pal.
Finally, Trump floated the idea of running for a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment prohibiting it. "Listen, I've got a lot of supporters that think I should, but it ain't really on my radar. I'm more focused on my fabulous Trump tour, and helping the GOP stay in power."
We wondered if he was serious or just trolling the left, but Trump seems ambivalent about a third shot at the presidency. For now, let's enjoy this chaotic sideshow while it lasts. The Trump ride, folks – buckle up and hold on tight!
By Aamer Madhani, Associated Press (sans the boring legal bits)
P.S.: Critics have called Trump out for potentially eroding due process rights. In a recent case, a Salvadoran man was deported to El Salvador and jailed without communication. The president has claimed that the man is part of a violent gang and has used his deportation as a test case for his anti-immigration campaign. Despite a Supreme Court order, the administration has been unsuccessful in returning the man to the United States. When asked whether US citizens and non-citizens deserve due process as laid out in the Fifth Amendment, the president was non-committal, saying "I don’t know. I’m not a lawyer. I don’t know." This ambiguity has fueled concerns that Trump may not fully support due process rights in every case.
- The current president's non-committal stance on due process rights, as stated in the Fifth Amendment, has fueled concerns about his potential erosion of these rights.
- In the realm of politics and policy-and-legislation, Trump's ambivalent approach to due process rights is a topic of general-news and criticism.
- The economy, war-and-conflicts, crime-and-justice, and sports are typically distinct areas, but Trump's rhetoric often seems to blur these boundaries.
- For instance, in sports-betting discussions, Trump has made controversial claims about the economy, suggesting it's poised for unprecedented growth.
- Meanwhile, in the realms of war-and-conflicts and crime-and-justice, Trump's actions and policies have been met with criticism, such as his immigration policies that some argue are in violation of due process rights.
- In the realm of foreign policy, Trump's desire to seize territories like Greenland and his stance on Canada becoming the 51st state show an unconventional approach to international politics.
- However, in the world of sports and entertainment, Trump's flamboyant persona and controversial statements have made him a divisive figure, much like a character straight out of a reality TV show.
