We, the citizens of the United States, are very fortunate to have Judge Chutkan presiding over the federal trial of the former president. Firm fairness in every way. The March 4th trial date is fair to the prosecution and the defense and most importantly to the American People who have a right to see this trial completed well before the 2024 election. It finally feels we are on a solid track toward justice (whether he's convicted or not). Right now I'd like to see the media stop using the word "historical". Between existential things like the climate crisis and the AI revolution which will be as significant and consequential as the beginning of the industrial revolution of the 19th century. DT will be no more remembered in a hundred years than Andrew Johnson is in our time. I doubt if DT will even be the GOP nomination for President this time. Instead of giving so much time to anything to do with DT, I'd like to see regular segments on the climate crisis, President Biden's vision and the accomplishments of his administration, and bringing back civil discourse, strength of character, ethics. freedom/rights and sense of community.
Such a satisfying day knowing that those who tried to overtake America’s laws have their feet dangling over hot coals. Eastman will be disbarred by the California’s bar association, there is no doubt. Stupid is as stupid does and I am speaking of Meadows. He took a big chance of agreeing to testify and then had the audacity to tell the Court that his case should be moved to the feds. Why? He did nothing wrong when he was working in the scope of his job as a federal employee, according to him. Justice will win and deny him his request. Then, Judge Chutkin put attorney Lauro in his place when he argued the trial should be delayed until 2026 because he said “this is a show trial”. Honestly, I am thrilled that all of these jerks are being held steadfastly by our laws and rules. In the meantime, we mourn more people who died by men who are fueled by hate permitted by these fools, the NRA, and the once R Party.
Well, now I can go to bed with a certain sense that our system is holding. Been a long time waiting, but it looks like light at the end of this bizarre tunnel, after all. Thanks, Robert. Sleep well. I envy you being in the western mountains. I dream of them.
What amazes me is how long it has taken the California Bar to act on John Eastman. Is it not coming up on 3 years since he created the fake electors theory? Come on now.
If my children were still the age for nursery rhymes and cute songs (they're now 24 and 26), for their bedtimes I would probably be improvising a parody of "The Wheels on the Bus":
"The wheels of justice go round and round, round and round..."
Lots of fun verses would come forth, I'm sure!
And for us adult readers of Robert Hubbell, some day may fascism be so thoroughly defeated that his columns indeed serve as calming lullabies. That's my vision.
I have a silly but perhaps interesting question. Since TFG is getting so much free press with all of his shenanigans and claiming it is helping his campaign and fundraising, is President Biden entitled to equal time?
I confess to taking enormous satisfaction in seeing Trump and his mob lawyers squirm and rant. So too to savor a victory lap in Wellfleet,MA last night when a packed theatre heard a hale looking Jamie Raskin resoundingly attack his MAGA colleagues in the House and enumerate the sweet fruits of Democratic leadership under Biden. We must let the winds of success, passion and anger fill our sails toward victory in 2024. The bitter fruits of the Party of Death must keep reminding us that the vile party’s embrace of violence and fear have resulted in the martyrdom of four innocent lives just last week stolen as a result of the violent rhetoric of Republican politicians.
Regarding John Laura's histrionics: "If you have the facts on your side, pound the facts; if you have the law on your side, pound the law; if you have neither the facts nor the law, pound the table."
I'm in the Sierras too with wonderful poor bandwidth, so I ignore a lot since it won't come through. An imposed filter but I rather like it.
Your format today and summary is just the right length. Keep up the condesing of the events! It is, indeed, calming, to hear the the courts take this on with the rules of law. Finally.
Federal prosecutor, Molly Gaston, said at the hearing on Mr. Trump’s trial date in Washington that Mr. Trump is accused of “historic crimes” and that there is an incredibly strong public interest in a jury’s prompt consideration of those claims In open court. Judge Chutkan agreed and said that the right to a speedy trial was not just the defendant’s right but the public’s right to hear this case, not to delay it until 2026.
While it will likely not happen, it would be in the nation’s best interests for Chief Justice Roberts, the chair of the United States Judicial Conference, to have this panel vote to change the current policy in federal courts which does not allow cameras in a federal courtroom or at least carve out an exception in this unprecedented case. Full transparency in this criminal proceeding would fully promote the public’s right to hear this case and advance its respect for the rule of law.
Meanwhile, with all this hullabaloo over a pathetic bunch of human beings, Joe Biden and his Administration are quietly doing their best to keep our country moving forward.
Dear Mr. Hubbell & Editor-in-Chief, You have finished your assignment. You kept your readers informed and knowledgeable about the Trump scam Presidency, the Repugs attempt to overturn the 2020 election, and the slow progress of the maw of the law. You can take a break and enjoy a mountain vacation. We’ll be okay until you’re both rested, refreshed and ready for the next round in the arena. Thank you.
Prosecutors Smith and Willis have rewarded all of us who were frustrated with the process and timing of the indictments with very detailed, well thought out preparation and strategy and were prepared for the legal assaults from the Trump attorney’s. I now realize how well prepared they are and I am thankful they have taken the time to cover all the bases as well as slowly getting witnesses to flip and testify thus strengthening their case. The heat is now on Trump and he will,not respond favorably.
We, the citizens of the United States, are very fortunate to have Judge Chutkan presiding over the federal trial of the former president. Firm fairness in every way. The March 4th trial date is fair to the prosecution and the defense and most importantly to the American People who have a right to see this trial completed well before the 2024 election. It finally feels we are on a solid track toward justice (whether he's convicted or not). Right now I'd like to see the media stop using the word "historical". Between existential things like the climate crisis and the AI revolution which will be as significant and consequential as the beginning of the industrial revolution of the 19th century. DT will be no more remembered in a hundred years than Andrew Johnson is in our time. I doubt if DT will even be the GOP nomination for President this time. Instead of giving so much time to anything to do with DT, I'd like to see regular segments on the climate crisis, President Biden's vision and the accomplishments of his administration, and bringing back civil discourse, strength of character, ethics. freedom/rights and sense of community.
We, the People, all of us this time.
Such a satisfying day knowing that those who tried to overtake America’s laws have their feet dangling over hot coals. Eastman will be disbarred by the California’s bar association, there is no doubt. Stupid is as stupid does and I am speaking of Meadows. He took a big chance of agreeing to testify and then had the audacity to tell the Court that his case should be moved to the feds. Why? He did nothing wrong when he was working in the scope of his job as a federal employee, according to him. Justice will win and deny him his request. Then, Judge Chutkin put attorney Lauro in his place when he argued the trial should be delayed until 2026 because he said “this is a show trial”. Honestly, I am thrilled that all of these jerks are being held steadfastly by our laws and rules. In the meantime, we mourn more people who died by men who are fueled by hate permitted by these fools, the NRA, and the once R Party.
Well, now I can go to bed with a certain sense that our system is holding. Been a long time waiting, but it looks like light at the end of this bizarre tunnel, after all. Thanks, Robert. Sleep well. I envy you being in the western mountains. I dream of them.
"The Wheels of Justice turn slowly but exceedingly fine."
What amazes me is how long it has taken the California Bar to act on John Eastman. Is it not coming up on 3 years since he created the fake electors theory? Come on now.
Clarification needed on "If he failed in quashing the charges against him in Georgia—and it appears he did not"
Appears he did not fail to quash or that he did not quash? Thanks.
If my children were still the age for nursery rhymes and cute songs (they're now 24 and 26), for their bedtimes I would probably be improvising a parody of "The Wheels on the Bus":
"The wheels of justice go round and round, round and round..."
Lots of fun verses would come forth, I'm sure!
And for us adult readers of Robert Hubbell, some day may fascism be so thoroughly defeated that his columns indeed serve as calming lullabies. That's my vision.
I have a silly but perhaps interesting question. Since TFG is getting so much free press with all of his shenanigans and claiming it is helping his campaign and fundraising, is President Biden entitled to equal time?
I confess to taking enormous satisfaction in seeing Trump and his mob lawyers squirm and rant. So too to savor a victory lap in Wellfleet,MA last night when a packed theatre heard a hale looking Jamie Raskin resoundingly attack his MAGA colleagues in the House and enumerate the sweet fruits of Democratic leadership under Biden. We must let the winds of success, passion and anger fill our sails toward victory in 2024. The bitter fruits of the Party of Death must keep reminding us that the vile party’s embrace of violence and fear have resulted in the martyrdom of four innocent lives just last week stolen as a result of the violent rhetoric of Republican politicians.
Regarding John Laura's histrionics: "If you have the facts on your side, pound the facts; if you have the law on your side, pound the law; if you have neither the facts nor the law, pound the table."
I'm in the Sierras too with wonderful poor bandwidth, so I ignore a lot since it won't come through. An imposed filter but I rather like it.
Your format today and summary is just the right length. Keep up the condesing of the events! It is, indeed, calming, to hear the the courts take this on with the rules of law. Finally.
Federal prosecutor, Molly Gaston, said at the hearing on Mr. Trump’s trial date in Washington that Mr. Trump is accused of “historic crimes” and that there is an incredibly strong public interest in a jury’s prompt consideration of those claims In open court. Judge Chutkan agreed and said that the right to a speedy trial was not just the defendant’s right but the public’s right to hear this case, not to delay it until 2026.
While it will likely not happen, it would be in the nation’s best interests for Chief Justice Roberts, the chair of the United States Judicial Conference, to have this panel vote to change the current policy in federal courts which does not allow cameras in a federal courtroom or at least carve out an exception in this unprecedented case. Full transparency in this criminal proceeding would fully promote the public’s right to hear this case and advance its respect for the rule of law.
Count me and my 97 year old husband as “yearning for a return to law”. Such true words and our expression of hope. Thank you for giving us hope.
Meanwhile, with all this hullabaloo over a pathetic bunch of human beings, Joe Biden and his Administration are quietly doing their best to keep our country moving forward.
Dear Mr. Hubbell & Editor-in-Chief, You have finished your assignment. You kept your readers informed and knowledgeable about the Trump scam Presidency, the Repugs attempt to overturn the 2020 election, and the slow progress of the maw of the law. You can take a break and enjoy a mountain vacation. We’ll be okay until you’re both rested, refreshed and ready for the next round in the arena. Thank you.
Prosecutors Smith and Willis have rewarded all of us who were frustrated with the process and timing of the indictments with very detailed, well thought out preparation and strategy and were prepared for the legal assaults from the Trump attorney’s. I now realize how well prepared they are and I am thankful they have taken the time to cover all the bases as well as slowly getting witnesses to flip and testify thus strengthening their case. The heat is now on Trump and he will,not respond favorably.