Trump Found Guilty in New York: Megyn Kelly Gives Her Instant Reaction and Analysis
Summary
TLDRThe transcript discusses the conviction of former President Donald Trump on 34 counts related to falsified business records. The speaker argues that the trial was rigged and politically motivated, suggesting a broader effort to prevent Trump from running for office again. They predict that the conviction will galvanize Trump's supporters and possibly benefit him electorally, while also raising concerns about the politicization of the justice system and the potential for retaliation against Democratic figures.
Takeaways
- 😠 The speaker expresses strong disapproval and anger over the conviction of a former president, suggesting that it is politically motivated and a disgrace to the country.
- 🇺🇸 The conviction is seen as a sign that the United States is no longer upholding its traditional standards of justice, with comparisons to a 'Banana Republic'.
- 📜 The speaker criticizes the legal process, arguing that the case against the former president was overstretched into 34 counts to make it seem more severe than it should be.
- 🏦 There is an allegation that the real intention behind the prosecution is to prevent the former president from running for office again, suggesting a political motive.
- 🤬 The speaker accuses various entities, including Leticia James and Alvin Bragg, of corrupt practices aimed at damaging the former president's business and reputation.
- 📅 The timing of the cases is questioned, implying that they were brought forth strategically to impact the upcoming presidential election.
- 👨⚖️ The impartiality of the judge and the fairness of the trial are called into question, with claims of a 'rigged' and 'corrupt' process.
- 🎉 There is a prediction that the conviction will be overturned on appeal, citing potential constitutional violations and the possibility of the case reaching higher courts.
- 💰 The financial impact of the verdict is mentioned, with the suggestion that it could lead to a surge in donations to the former president's campaign.
- 🗳️ The final verdict on the situation is said to rest with the American voters in the upcoming election, implying that the legal outcome may not be the end of the story.
- 🔄 The speaker warns of a potential 'Pandora's Box' being opened, suggesting that the same tactics used against the former president could be used against other political figures in the future.
Q & A
What is the main argument presented in the transcript regarding the conviction of a former president?
-The main argument is that the conviction of the former president on 34 counts is seen as a politically motivated act to prevent him from running for office again, rather than a fair legal judgment.
What does the speaker suggest about the nature of the charges against the former president?
-The speaker suggests that the charges were overcharged and essentially boiled down to one alleged scheme that was artificially stretched into 34 counts.
What is the speaker's view on the timing of the cases against the former president?
-The speaker believes that the timing of the cases is suspicious, implying that they were brought forth strategically to influence the upcoming presidential election.
How does the speaker describe the potential consequences of the conviction for the political landscape?
-The speaker warns that the conviction could set a dangerous precedent, potentially leading to similar 'lawfare' tactics being used against other political figures in the future.
What does the speaker suggest about the role of the media in the situation?
-The speaker implies that the media may play a significant role in shaping public opinion by repeatedly emphasizing the 'convicted felon' label, which could overshadow the former president's political message.
What is the speaker's opinion on the judge's handling of the case?
-The speaker criticizes the judge's handling of the case, suggesting that the judge was biased, allowed prejudicial testimony, and did not provide a fair trial.
What does the speaker believe will be the impact of the conviction on the former president's supporters?
-The speaker believes that the conviction will likely galvanize the former president's supporters and increase their enthusiasm to vote, potentially benefiting him electorally.
What is the speaker's view on the actions of Alvin Bragg, the District Attorney?
-The speaker is critical of Alvin Bragg, accusing him of acting on a political agenda to convict the former president rather than upholding the rule of law.
What does the speaker suggest about the future of legal challenges against political figures?
-The speaker suggests that if the current approach continues, there may be a shift towards pursuing individuals based on their political affiliations rather than actual crimes committed.
What is the speaker's prediction regarding the appeal process for the former president's conviction?
-The speaker predicts that the conviction will be appealed and possibly reversed, but worries that it may come too late to influence the upcoming presidential election.
Outlines
😠 Disgraceful Prosecution of a Former President
The speaker expresses strong disapproval of the conviction of a former president, presumably Donald Trump, on charges of falsified business records. They argue that this is a politically motivated move to prevent him from running for office again. The speaker criticizes the legal system, suggesting that it has been weaponized to target political opponents, and implies that similar actions could be taken against other prominent figures in the future. They also mention various cases and individuals, accusing them of corruption and bias, and suggest that this sets a dangerous precedent for the country's legal and political landscape.
🤔 The Consequences of Politically Motivated Prosecution
This paragraph discusses the potential repercussions of the perceived politically motivated prosecution of a former president. The speaker warns that if this trend continues, it could lead to a tit-for-tat scenario where other political figures, including Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, and Barack Obama, could face similar legal challenges. They argue that this could result in the revival of old cases and the passing of new laws to target political enemies. The speaker calls for a return to the rule of law and justice, rather than just convictions, and suggests that the current situation could lead to further division and decline in the country.
📢 Trump's Response to the Verdict and Future Implications
The speaker recounts Trump's immediate response to his conviction, in which he claims the trial was rigged and politically motivated. Trump asserts his innocence and frames the verdict as part of a larger effort to undermine him and his political aspirations. The speaker also speculates on the potential impact of the verdict on Trump's presidential campaign, suggesting that the timing of the sentencing could be strategically manipulated to disrupt his campaign. They predict that Trump will continue to fight the charges and that the case could be appealed, possibly reaching the US Supreme Court.
👥 The Legal and Political Players Involved
This paragraph delves into the roles of various legal and political figures involved in the case. The speaker criticizes the district attorney, Alvin Bragg, for his handling of the case and suggests that he has a personal vendetta against Trump. They also mention other individuals, such as Letitia James and Fanny Willis, who they believe are pursuing cases against Trump for political reasons. The speaker argues that these actions are part of a broader strategy to weaken Trump's political influence and damage his reputation.
🚨 Concerns Over Judicial Bias and the Integrity of the Legal Process
The speaker raises concerns about the impartiality of the judge presiding over the case and the integrity of the legal process. They argue that the judge allowed prejudicial testimony and evidence that should not have been admitted, which influenced the jury's decision. The speaker also criticizes the defense team for not objecting to certain jury instructions and for making strategic mistakes during the trial. They suggest that these factors contributed to an unjust verdict.
🔍 Media Reactions and the Impact on Public Perception
In this paragraph, the speaker anticipates the media's reaction to the verdict and its potential impact on public perception. They predict that the media will repeatedly emphasize Trump's status as a 'convicted felon,' which could sway public opinion against him. However, the speaker also suggests that this strategy could backfire, as it might increase support for Trump among his base and potentially attract undecided voters who are put off by the perceived unfairness of the legal proceedings.
🗳️ The Upcoming Election and the Role of the Voters
The speaker reflects on the upcoming election and the role that voters will play in determining the political future of the individuals involved. They suggest that the verdict may not have the desired effect on Trump's electoral prospects, as his supporters are likely to remain loyal despite the legal challenges he faces. The speaker also raises the question of whether independent voters and those who previously supported Trump but are now undecided will be swayed by the events surrounding the trial and the media's portrayal of them.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Alvin Bragg
💡convicted felon
💡falsified business records
💡overcharged
💡Banana Republic
💡Leticia James
💡Eugene Carroll
💡Fanny Willis
💡corrupt
💡lawfare
💡Pandora's Box
Highlights
The speaker expresses strong disapproval of the conviction of a former president, suggesting it is politically motivated and disgraceful for the country.
Criticism of the legal system, accusing it of being biased and treating the former president unfairly, likening the situation to a 'Banana Republic'.
The conviction is described as being based on falsified business records and an overcharged case, with the implication of political motivations behind the charges.
Concern raised about the timing of legal cases against the former president, suggesting they are strategically planned to impact his political future.
Mention of various legal figures and cases, implying a coordinated effort to prevent the former president from running for office again.
The speaker predicts a potential backlash against the Democratic party, suggesting that their actions could lead to investigations and legal actions against their own members.
A call for 'turnabout is fair play', advocating for the Republicans to respond in kind to what the speaker perceives as Democratic attacks.
Discussion of the potential for legal appeals and the possibility of the conviction being overturned, expressing confidence in a higher court's ability to make a fair decision.
The former president's response to the verdict is shared, with him claiming innocence and vowing to continue to fight for the constitution.
Concern about the impact of the conviction on the country's legal and political systems, suggesting a 'Pandora's Box' has been opened.
The speaker speculates on the potential for future legal cases against other political figures, including Joe Biden and Barack Obama.
A detailed critique of the trial's proceedings, with specific examples of rulings and testimonies that the speaker believes were unfair to the defendant.
Discussion of the role of the media in shaping public opinion, with a prediction that the media will focus heavily on the 'convicted felon' label.
The potential impact of the conviction on voter behavior, with the speaker suggesting that it may energize Trump supporters and possibly sway some independent voters.
A call to action for the Republican party to be prepared to respond to what the speaker sees as politically motivated legal actions, suggesting a need for a stronger counterstrategy.
The speaker concludes by reiterating the belief that the legal actions against the former president are unjust and will ultimately backfire on the Democratic party.
Transcripts
this is
ridiculous what a sad day the country's
been
disgraced that's what's happened Alvin
Bragg and this judge have disgraced the
country we made it what almost 250 years
without doing this and now because of
falsified business
records we've convicted as a felon a
former president pres of the United
States you don't think we could have
done something like this to Bill Clinton
or Hillary Clinton or others we had a
standard we didn't do this in America we
aren't a Banana Republic or at least we
didn't used to be and don't forget
what's happened in this Trump case in
which he's now been found guilty of all
34 counts against him which was
overcharged to begin with it shouldn't
have been a case at all and once charged
it should have been one count
the whole case boils down to the same
alleged scheme but they stretched it
into 34 counts by saying and that check
and that check and that check and that
invoice and that invoice it was all part
of your scheme so now he looks like Al
Capone convicted on these 34
counts but the idea all along was to
stop him from becoming president again
that's the idea behind this prosecution
that is the idea behind Leticia James
bankrupting his company that he built
and along with his dad from the ground
up in New York the city that just turned
on him that was the idea behind egene
Carroll and her sexual assault case
brought 30 years after the fact alleging
a sexual assault SL rape in a Bergdorf
Goodman dressing room a case she
couldn't even remember the year of the
alleged rape in
and that's the idea behind Fanny Willis
and Jack Smith times to stop it stop him
stop Trump why did they wait why didn't
these cases come until right before the
presidential election the Democrats have
been ringing their hands wasn't in time
we're not going to be able to call him a
convicted felon unless you speed these
things up the judge in the DC January
6th case saying I'll rush back I'll come
back from my European Vacation don't you
worry if we get Supreme Court opinions
allowing my case to go forward with Jack
Smith I'll be
there we've heard about the concern that
Fanny Willis her case is going up an
appeal but she's going to try to find
some way to pedal to the medal it we've
heard even in that January 6th case
before judge chuin there may be a plan
to try to get him
tried even after he wins if he wins in
November we could have a trial of the
president President elect in an effort
to get him another conviction so they
could convince electors to be
unfaithful on January 6th of 2025 and
not s this whole scheme and here it is
the proper word is
corrupt it's a before and after moment
for
America what just happened today is a
line we can't
uncross and these Democrats will rule
the day they decided to use
lawfare to stop a presidential
candidate I'm not talking about violence
I'm talking about tit fortat you just
wait and it won't be Hunter Biden the
next time it's going to be Joe Biden it
could potentially still be Barack Obama
it could still potentially be Hillary
Clinton we're going to have to look at
what the statutes of limitations are on
the various crimes they surely committed
we're going to have to look at passing
laws to revive those dead crimes
felonies or misdem meters so that those
cases can be brought out of time that
what that's what may be in the interest
of Justice just like they did for EEG
Carroll with a New York state law that
was passed so that she could sue him
that's what
happened turn turn about is fair play
and John Yu an amazing lawyer who worked
in the bush administration department of
justice has a great piece out today
talking about how that's the only way
they'll learn the only way to save the
Republic now is to give them a taste of
their own medicine that's
it that's it they tasted blood today
they're the wolves with the bloody piece
of meat in their mouths that doesn't
stop the wolf from coming back for more
the only thing that will stop him is if
he loses a limb of his
own and I'm sorry but the Democrats
started this game and the same way the
Republicans upped the ante when it came
to for example the filibuster fight the
Democrats got rid of it for lower court
judges Mitch McConnell said you will Ru
the day because we're going to be in
control of this chamber one day and
you're going to lose the filibuster at
the higher level court and you you'll be
sorry that's what needs to happen here
who's getting next Joe Biden maybe Jill
Biden how low can we
go you may not want to see it that that
ship has already left Port that horse
has left the barn that's where we're
going so before you celebrate too much
over at MSNBC and CNN who are positively
gleeful Gul over this absurd conviction
you wait and ask yourself ask yourself
what kind of Pandora's Box has been
opened here here was President Trump
moments after the guilty verdict
today this was a disgrace this was a
rigged trial by a conflicted judge who
was
corrupt it's a Rigg trial of
disgrace they wouldn't give us a venue
change we were at 5% or
6% in this District in this area
this was a rigged disgraceful trial the
real verdict is going to be November 5th
by the people and they know what
happened here and everybody knows what
happened here you have a Sor respect
back da and the whole thing we didn't do
a thing wrong I'm a very innocent
man and it's okay I'm fighting for our
country I'm fighting for our
constitution our whole country is being
rigged right now this was done by the
Biden
Administration in order to wound or hurt
an opponent a political opponent and I
think it's a just a disgrace and we'll
keep fighting we'll fight till the end
and we'll win because our country's gone
to hell we don't have the same country
anymore we have a divided mess we're
nation in Decline serious decline
millions and millions of people pouring
into our country right now from prisons
and from mental institutions terrorists
and they're taking over our country we
have a country that's in big trouble but
this was a rigged decision right from
day one with a conflicted judge who
should have never been allowed to try
this case never and we will fight for
our constitution this is long from over
thank you very
much good for him long from over is
absolutely right this will be reversed
it will be reversed this will not stand
mark my words even in a New York appell
court system that is weighted with
Democrats on the bench the the highest
court in New York is called the court of
appeals it's not completely corrupt it
just overturned the conviction of Harvey
Weinstein because he wasn't given a fair
trial they are capable of reaching a
rational decision and if they're not
this could be appealed up higher still
to the US Supreme Court there were state
constitutional violations here and there
were federal constitutional violations
here let me ask you a question for those
of you sitting at home who listen to
this show what was the underlying
crime what did the jury find Trump was
trying to cover up with this falsified
business record was it federal election
campaign law violations was it tax law
violations was it additional business
records violations do you know no you
don't neither do I no one knows neither
does Donald Trump good luck good Luck's
filing your appeal he's in the same
position he was in when he had to stand
up first and argue the closing argument
before he had even heard the
prosecutions theory of the case now he's
got to go up to the appella court and
try to guess gee I don't really know
what I've been found guilty of I guess
falsifying business records through
unlawful means and the unlawful Means
War
uh uh I don't know I I I don't know
we're not sure if the jurors took door
number one door number two or door
number three that's the position he's in
Alvin Brad
ran for office on a promise to get Trump
a Soros backed da who doesn't want to
enforce the criminal law against anyone
that's why we were all leaving New York
in droves because of his
policies and the policies of his old
boss the old mayor in New York and this
guy promised if you elect me I'll get
him remember
this when I was to the AG's office I
sued Trump over a hundred times for his
administration's misconduct and brought
a case against the Trump foundation and
held him accountable I'm the candidate
in the race who has the experience with
with Donald Trump I was the chief Deputy
in the Attorney General's office we sued
the Trump Administration over a hundred
times I know how to to litigate uh with
him I also led the team that did the
Trump Foundation case so uh I'm ready
ready to go wherever the facts take me
I'd be hard to argue with the fact that
that's that'd be the most important most
high-profile case and I've seen him
upfront and seen the lawlessness that he
can do so I do have a lot of experience
uh with the former president I think
it's important to elect someone who is
well prepared to pick up wherever um the
city district attorney leaves off if if
if brought would be one of the most
consequential cases in the history of
local enforcement and we need someone
who's ready on day
one he should be disbarred
he should be dispar that's how much
damage he's done to the justice system
that guy moments after the verdict was
read tweeting out today a jury found
Donald J Trump guilty in all caps he's
so excited on all all caps again 34
felony counts you go guy you must be so
happy you lived up to your campaign
promises I'll give you that one hell of
a politician one shitty prosecutor whose
obligation is to uphold the rule of law
and to seek justice justice not just
convictions that's what you're after
just convictions in the case of Donald
Trump that's all I want just give me The
Big C so I can get him like I promised
he's so proud today just like the AG in
New York is so proud of bankrupting
Trump's business or doing her level best
and we could go on FYI at this hour
Trump's donation website has
crashed you can feel you can feel the
number of people going there to Pony up
do they didn't think they had they
thought they had given their last
donation people are hurting right now
there's tons of inflation thanks to Joe
Biden and other problems that we're all
suffering they're donating and I'm sure
it's by the tens of million this will be
a financial windfall for the Trump
campaign and arguably for
America this jury the jury of the
American voters will be heard on
November 5th they will have the final
word and in the meantime Donald Trump
will hear the term convicted felon every
day everywhere he
goes the sentencing will not take place
until July
11th that is 4 days before the
Republican National
Convention that's the big event they
have the balloon drop the candidate's
family shows up it gets the party
excited for their nominee like what's
his vision of the country versus The
Other Guys how could he help my
life what what might he do that could
make things better for my kids versus
what the other guy's promising let me
hear the platform let me hear your
surrogates let me hear you and what you
stand for and
instead they've decided to corrupt it
this judge of course of course he
has by saddling Trump with his
sentencing 4 days before it starts one
week before he accepts the Republican
nomination for president of the United
States he'll be sitting in the New York
courtroom and there is a decent chance
he's going to be wearing an ankle
bracelet I don't think Trump's going to
get jail time I've said that from the
beginnings gagos took me on on that he
said anybody not named Trump would I
don't think he's going to get jail time
but it's not outside the realm of
possibility not with this
judge not with this da both sides have
to submit their recommendations what
they believe should happen that's going
to happen uh by I think June
13th and what do you think this da is
going to seek do you think the da is
going to say released on his own
recognizance community service what do
you think he's going to recommend and
this judge Maran has done everything
Alvin Bragg has asked him to everything
Alvin brag won
99.99% of the motion practice in front
of this
judge I mean I I don't think Trump is
getting jail time but I am not so
certain I can predict it sitting here
tonight um so the sentencing July 11th
in the meantime reporting here from CNBC
Trump will be free to speak to the Press
travel and continue continue his
presidential campaign he will no longer
be bound by the gag order oh that's
sweet that dis that barred him from
discussing Witnesses jurors and the
judge's family members she must be so
thrilled the judge's daughter who's
making tens of millions of dollars off
of her own get Trump campaign for people
like Adam Schiff she must be absolutely
joyous tonight can you imagine the
dinner they're having in the merchant
household judge michon and his Rich
daughter who's getting even richer by
the second thanks to this
verdict he should have been disqualified
he should not have prided over this
case the appeal will be filed of course
and it will take months if not
years I mean months if not years you
know how they rushed this case they
rushed the January 6th case once he
filed it once Jack Smith actually filed
it now everybody's in a rush they're not
going to be in a rush to resolve that
appeal not the one that's going to take
away the convicted felon label oh
no the
Biden campaign has responded to The
Verdict by encouraging people to vote
the Biden White House so far has
released only the following statement
through a spokesman quote we respect the
rule of law and have no additional
comment no you don't it's a lie you
don't it's your Department of Justice
that's brought the two most serious
cases against Donald Trump the ones that
actually could land him in jail that's
because of
you and by the way we know that you
coordinated with Fanny Willis in her
case against him too we know that you
were putting pressure on Merrick Garland
you were upset that he took so long to
actually indict the cases we know that
you're you're not you don't respect the
rule of law you've shat all over it
that's what you did and we know it
now
the I'm just I'm just looking back at my
notes here as as I go on
Trump said it was rigged and the people
over on MSNBC freaked out that he said
that word because they associate it now
with Trump's electoral claims that he
denied Joe Biden actually
won this case was rigged it was rigged
against Donald Trump and there was
ruling after ruling after ruling that
would show you that I'll just give you a
couple all right this judge allowed in
the fact that David pecker of Ami the
national inquir had a non-prosecution
agreement with the feds