Lawrence: Trump has the worst day any presidential campaign has ever had coming for him
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The episode begins with Laurence O'Donnell discussing Donald Trump's recent comments about his wife, Melania, and his lack of expression of love for her. O'Donnell then transitions to the upcoming September 26th hearing in which special prosecutor Jack Smith will present evidence against Trump for alleged federal crimes related to the 2020 election. The episode details the legal battle surrounding the case, including the Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity and the ongoing efforts by Trump's legal team to delay proceedings. O'Donnell criticizes the reactions of wealthy individuals at a recent speech by Trump, particularly their applause for Trump's statement that "child care is child care." He argues that their support for Trump despite his actions and rhetoric demonstrates their lack of understanding and their willingness to prioritize personal gain over democratic principles. The episode then shifts to a discussion about the Harris-Walls campaign and their strategy of highlighting Trump's "weird" behavior and lack of focus on policy issues. The discussion explores the effectiveness of this approach and the potential impact on undecided voters. Finally, O'Donnell discusses President Biden's recent announcement of a significant investment in rural electrification in Wisconsin, highlighting the contrast between Biden's actions and Trump's inaction on rural issues during his presidency. The episode features an interview with Ben Wickler, chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, who discusses the potential impact of Biden's announcement on voters.
Outlines
Trump's Legal Troubles and the Harris-Walls Campaign
This episode of "The Last Word" with Laurence O'Donnell discusses Donald Trump's legal troubles, including the upcoming September 26th hearing and the Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity. The episode also explores the Harris-Walls campaign strategy of highlighting Trump's "weird" behavior and lack of focus on policy issues.
The Stupidity of Rich People and Trump's Child Care Comments
O'Donnell criticizes the reactions of wealthy individuals at a recent speech by Donald Trump, particularly their applause for Trump's statement that "child care is child care." He argues that their support for Trump despite his actions and rhetoric demonstrates their lack of understanding and their willingness to prioritize personal gain over democratic principles.
Biden's Rural Electrification Announcement and Trump's Lack of Action
O'Donnell discusses President Biden's recent announcement of a significant investment in rural electrification in Wisconsin, highlighting the contrast between Biden's actions and Donald Trump's inaction on rural issues during his presidency. The episode features an interview with Ben Wickler, chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, who discusses the potential impact of Biden's announcement on voters.
Keywords
Presidential Immunity
A legal doctrine that protects presidents from criminal prosecution for actions taken while in office. The Supreme Court recently created a new interpretation of this doctrine, granting Donald Trump immunity for some of his actions related to the 2020 election.
Superseding Indictment
A new indictment that replaces a previous one, often with additional or modified charges. In the case of Donald Trump, the superseding indictment preserved the original charges but eliminated some of the underlying evidence.
Project 2025
A political agenda outlined by Donald Trump that includes proposals for significant changes to American society, including restrictions on voting rights, the elimination of the Department of Education, and government monitoring of women's pregnancies.
Rural Electrification
The process of bringing electricity to rural areas. President Biden recently announced a significant investment in rural electrification in Wisconsin, highlighting his commitment to addressing the needs of rural communities.
Harris-Walls Campaign
A political campaign focused on highlighting Donald Trump's "weird" behavior and lack of focus on policy issues. The campaign aims to portray Trump as unfit for office and to contrast his approach with their own focus on policy solutions.
Q&A
What is the significance of the September 26th hearing in the case against Donald Trump?
This hearing will be the first time that special prosecutor Jack Smith will present evidence against Donald Trump in writing, outlining the alleged federal crimes related to the 2020 election. This could be a pivotal moment in the case and could have significant implications for the upcoming election.
How has the Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity impacted the case against Donald Trump?
The Supreme Court's decision created a new interpretation of presidential immunity, granting Donald Trump immunity for some of his actions related to the 2020 election. This has forced Jack Smith to adjust his strategy and focus on evidence that falls outside the scope of the immunity decision.
What is the Harris-Walls campaign's strategy for addressing Donald Trump's behavior?
The Harris-Walls campaign is focusing on highlighting Donald Trump's "weird" behavior and lack of focus on policy issues. They are attempting to portray Trump as unfit for office and to contrast his approach with their own focus on policy solutions.
What is the significance of President Biden's announcement of a significant investment in rural electrification in Wisconsin?
This announcement highlights Biden's commitment to addressing the needs of rural communities and contrasts his actions with Donald Trump's inaction on rural issues during his presidency. It could be a key issue in the upcoming election, particularly in states with significant rural populations.
Show Notes
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump pleads not guilty to the revised January 6 charges. Also, new Kamala Harris ads detail “Trump’s Project 2025 agenda.” And President Biden makes a swing state visit to Wisconsin. Andrew Weissmann, Adam Klasfeld, Simon Rosenberg, Stuart Stevens, and Ben Wikler join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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