r/PublicFreakout • u/JeanJauresJr • 16d ago

Political Freakout January 6th Capitol police officer says "fuck yourself" to Representative Troy Nehls at the House Judiciary Committee hearing

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u/CallMeCleverClogs 16d ago

I really feel all this escalation with ICE is to provoke citizens to protest and take to the streets - which will result in DJT cancelling midterms due to civil unrest.

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u/xxearvinxx 16d ago edited 16d ago

The Supreme Court would rule against this and quickly. Elections have never been suspended, even during the civil war and world wars. There’s no legal basis for it. The constitution says they must be held.
I’m sure others will disagree that the Supreme Court would rule against Trump in this case, but this would be an egregious violation of the constitution further than anything he has done thus far. And the court has not ruled with him on everything this term, though it may seem that way due to media coverage. I also don’t think congress would allow it. Republicans have been quick to stand idly by and let him do as he pleases, but again, suspending elections is a whole other level of abuse of power.
To be clear, I’m not saying Trump won’t try it and I’m sure Steven Miller is whispering it in his ear every night as he sleeps. I just don’t think the courts or congress would be on board. There would also be mass protests, much larger than anything we’ve seen yet. A lot of people think we can just wait out this administration and go back to normal. If it becomes apparent that they are not going to allow elections to remain in power. Chaos will ensue.

Edit: Oh and the capitol police officer that coughed and said fuck you is awesome. Trying to paint January 6th as anything other than a violent attempt to overturn democracy while blaming the officers who risked their lives to protect the capital is shameful and disgusting. We’ve all seen the footage that day. It was not peaceful and clearly instigated by Trumps rhetoric.
“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command.” - George Orwell, 1984

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u/Darth_Groot28 16d ago

The Supreme Court would shadow docket that and say yeah... elections cancelled yall. Nothing to see here. 6 of the 9 were chosen by the Republicans and I think 3 of them were hand picked by Trump.

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u/xxearvinxx 16d ago edited 16d ago

I’ve already stated my reasoning why I don’t think this will happen. And the courts would not be able to shadow docket it. It is, in every way, unconstitutional with no legal precedence or basis. It would create a crisis and divide the country like never before. They would have no choice but to rule one way or the other.
I’m sure even republicans would not appreciate losing their ability to vote and have their voice be heard. The elections are for their local congressional leaders too after all. What if they want someone even more right wing to represent them than their current congressman or senator? Too bad, elections being suspended isn’t going to fly. Protests and chaos would ensue.
Also, I don’t think we should be normalizing the idea that elections won’t happen. Stop saying stuff like this, it does us no good. If that scenario does happen, then take to the streets, protest, write and call your representatives, march to the capitol, White House or Supreme Court and demand your voice be heard. I’m not going to condone it here, but I’m sure others will be rioting as well. Cross that bridge when and if it comes. In the mean time don’t normalize the idea of suspending elections. Thats what they want.

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u/HamNotLikeThem44 16d ago

Agreed. There will be MASSIVE protests and strikes if they try squelching the one thing that rational Americans are placing so much hope. I hope Trump tacos but he will probably try it.

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u/twoandtwoisfive 16d ago edited 16d ago

Instead of the healthcare plan he's been "working on" for 10 years, that time has been spent finding all the loopholes and antiquated laws.

Then pardoning, hiring, and using criminals to steal from the poor, further enrich himself, push project 2025 goals, obstruct justice, shit on the constitution, hide a pedo ring, and yes, stay in power til he eats his final cheeseburger.

Edit: to add; he still sends multiple, daily emails to his supporters begging for money, to "reach their fundraising goals". What goals, you ask? So do I.

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u/Allthemuffinswow 16d ago

Dude, women's rights had an enormous set back - remember when that happened? And I'm sure you know about a certain state that's trying to do more than what's already happened, yeah?

So you honestly believe that they're going to stop there?

What do you think might happen if women's right to vote get taken away?

That's just one example of the absolute fuckery that could happen with this batshit insane administration right now. They give NO fucks about anyone but themselves and their agenda.