• andrewth09@lemmy.world
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    3 months ago

    I get what you are saying. It could push us down a path where political enemies are locked up after they lose president elections, but I don’t think that is the case.

    (1) Jailing Trump isn’t a major taking point from politicians. I think Democratic politicians present the prosecution of Trump to be a good thing especially regarding the Georgia and Florida cases, but they typically present his felony conviction as the goal. “Lock him up” typically isn’t a railing cry which makes this article newsworthy.

    (2) Trump is unique. The Florida and Georgia cases ARE notable. Holding onto state secrets come with a high legal burden. He fucked up. You can’t pressure Georgia officials to find votes for you as President. He fucked up. I’m happy having courts investing that.

    I expect if Trump actually got sentenced it would be like 8 months probation.