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NEW YORK – Former President Donald Trump's 2024 White House campaign now ventures into uncharted territory, facing the unprecedented challenge of garnering voter support as a major party nominee convicted of crimes. Convicted by a New York jury on 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records to influence the 2016 presidential election, Trump must now persuade Americans that he still deserves a second term. By Tony Bruce | Friday , May 31, 2024 | 5 min read   Trump Guilty on all 34 Felony Counts (MSNBC) Conviction and Campaign Strategy The conviction's impact on Trump's campaign is multifaceted. On one hand, it presents a significant obstacle to his reelection efforts. On the other, Trump's response is consistent with his well-established strategy: attacking the legal system. "This was a rigged decision, right from day one," Trump declared to reporters at the courthouse on Thursday, shortly after the guilty verdict was delivered. This rhetoric echoes...

Jurors Gripped by Fear. Is it a Former President or a Mob Boss in the Dock? By Mary Jones | Wednesday , May 29, 2024 | 5 min read Former FBI director likens President Donald Trump to a mafia boss Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan has been marked by his vocal dissatisfaction with various aspects of the proceedings. He has expressed grievances about: the Judge, prosecutors, their relatives, witnesses, the jurors and the Media. These criticisms are part of a broader strategy by Trump to cast doubt on the fairness and legitimacy of the trial, a tactic he has used in various legal and political contexts. Donald Trump's trial is historic as it marks the first criminal case against a former U.S. president. The charges stem from allegations that he fraudulently covered up pre-election hush money payments to Stormy Daniels in 2016 to keep voters unaware of their alleged affair. This case has drawn parallels to prosecutions of organized crime figures due to the nature of the all...

Former President Donald Trump faces a new wave of criticism, this time from an unexpected quarter: Libertarians. By Tony Bruce | Tuesday , May 28, 2024 | 5 min read   Amidst the fallout from his recent hush money verdict and the FBI’s Mar-a-Lago search, some Libertarian voices are making it clear that their disapproval could significantly impact Trump’s political fortunes. According to reports, President Joe Biden's team plans to leverage a guilty verdict to launch more attacks against Trump ahead of the upcoming election. This strategy, perceived as a direct attempt to undermine Trump's chances, has fueled anger among his supporters. However, it is the emerging criticism from Libertarians that could pose an even more substantial threat to Trump's campaign. Trump booed repeatedly during Libertarian convention speech (AP) Libertarians, who typically advocate for limited government, personal freedoms, and a non-interventionist foreign policy, have historically had a complex r...

Allegorical Comparison: Justice Thomas and Clayton Bigsby, the World’s Only Black White Supremacist - Chappelle’s Show. By Tony Bruce, Ben Emos | Monday , May 27, 2024 | 3 min read Justice Thomas and Clayton Bigsby - Chappelle’s Show In one of "Chappelle's Show" most provocative sketches, Dave Chappelle introduces the character of Clayton Bigsby, a blind African-American man who, unaware of his own race, becomes a vehement white supremacist. This satirical portrayal is not only a brilliant piece of comedy but also serves as a biting social commentary on the absurdity of racial prejudices. An allegorical comparison can be drawn between this fictional character and Justice Clarence Thomas, a real-life figure whose judicial decisions sometimes draw criticism for their perceived dissonance with the interests of the African-American community. The Sketch: Clayton Bigsby The Clayton Bigsby sketch is framed as a mock documentary. Bigsby, blind since birth, has been raised in a r...

Trump, Advocate of Harsh Police Tactics, Complains About 'Deadly Force' Language in FBI Mar-a-Lago Search Document. By Tony Bruce | Saturday , May 25, 2024 | 3 min read The situation involving former President Donald Trump and his recent comments about the FBI's use of "deadly force" language in the Mar-a-Lago search affidavit highlights a notable inconsistency in his stance on law enforcement practices. Throughout his political career, Trump has been a vocal advocate for strong law enforcement measures. He has often supported the use of harsh tactics by police during arrests, emphasizing the need for law and order. For instance, he has expressed approval for police being tougher on crime suspects and has frequently lauded law enforcement officers for their difficult and dangerous work. However, in a recent turn of events, Trump has criticized the inclusion of "deadly force" language in an FBI document related to the search of his Mar-a-Lago estate. This...

From Trump's 'Attack Dog' to Star Witness: Michael Cohen Set to Testify in Hush Money Trial. By Tony Bruce | Monday , May 13, 2024 | 5 min read PHOTO: Michael Cohen, former personal lawyer to President Donald Trump, arrives at New York State Supreme Court, Oct. 25, 2023, in New York. (Stephanie Keith/Bloomberg via Getty Images, FILE) Michael Cohen, once known as President Trump's "attack dog," is now set to become a star witness in the hush money trial. This transformation marks a significant turn of events in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Trump's alleged affairs and the payments made to silence them. Cohen, who served as Trump's personal lawyer and fixer for many years, has been at the center of multiple controversies, including the payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal to keep quiet about their alleged affairs with Trump. Initially, Cohen vehemently defended his former boss, often resorting to...

Speculation Swirls: Will Governor Kristi Noem Be Trump's VP Pick Amid Shared Controversy? By Tony Bruce | Thursday , May 09, 2024 | 3 min read South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem (left) receiving a custom engraved Henry Big Boy lever-action rifle from Arkansas Lieutenant Governor Tim Griffin (right) at the 2021 Republican Party of Arkansas Reagan-Rockefeller Dinner on June 4, 2021. (Courtesy of Marvin Winston Photography) As the political landscape heats up ahead of the next presidential election cycle, speculation is rife regarding potential vice-presidential picks for former President Donald Trump. Among the names circulating in political circles is that of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, with rumors suggesting she may be a frontrunner for the position due to a shared controversial aspect with Trump: alleged infidelity. Both Trump and Noem have faced scrutiny and allegations of extramarital affairs, adding an intriguing dimension to the speculation surrounding a potential partne...

Allegations Surface: Judge Aileen Cannon Accused of Manipulating Trump's Classified Documents Case to Facilitate Marco Rubio's VP Nomination. By Tony Bruce | Thursday , May 08, 2024 | 3 min read Judge Cannon Accused of Manipulating Trump's Classified Documents Case A scandal is brewing in the legal world as accusations emerge against Judge Aileen Cannon , alleging misconduct in handling a high-profile case involving classified documents related to former President Donald Trump. Speculation suggests that her actions may have been motivated by a desire to pave the way for Trump to nominate her mentor, Senator Marco Rubio, as his vice-presidential running mate. The controversy centers on Judge Aileen Cannon's handling of the case concerning the release of classified documents during Trump's presidency. Critics argue that her rulings and decisions throughout the proceedings displayed a blatant disregard for legal norms and ethical standards, raising suspicions of ulteri...

Potential Litigation Looms Over FOX Network as Larry Kudlow Claims Stormy Daniels' Testimony Aimed to Tarnish Trump's Reputation. By Jone Jones | Thursday , May 08, 2024 | 3 min read FOX Business host Larry Kudlow shreds the 'blow' to Americans' freedom In the midst of ongoing controversies, FOX Network finds itself potentially embroiled in yet another legal battle. Larry Kudlow, a prominent figure on the network, recently made statements insinuating that Stormy Daniels' testimony was a deliberate attempt to besmirch the reputation of former President Donald Trump. Kudlow's remarks, made during a segment on a FOX Network program, have drawn sharp criticism and sparked speculation of impending litigation. The comments centered on Daniels, an adult film actress who gained notoriety for her allegations of an affair with Trump, which the former president has vehemently denied. During the segment, Kudlow suggested that Daniels' testimony was part of a calcula...