Former Attorney General Bill Barr Suggests Trump's Strategy to "Run Out the Clock" on Prosecution May Succeed
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Former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr has commented on Former President Trump's legal strategy, stating that his attempt to "run out the clock" in Special Counsel Jack Smith's federal prosecution against him may prove to be successful. Barr made these remarks during a recent interview on Fox News Channel's "Cavuto Live," where he discussed the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to decline a request for an expedited ruling on Trump's immunity from prosecution related to the 2020 election interference case.
Barr, who has declined to disclose his vote for or against Trump in the upcoming presidential election, acknowledged that Trump's strategy to delay the trial and potential conviction on federal charges could potentially ensure he reaches the presidency before facing legal consequences. He noted that Trump possesses various tools to prolong the legal process, which may ultimately work in his favor.
During the interview, Barr explained the crux of Trump's defense in Smith's case, stating that the former president argues for absolute immunity for his official functions. Barr expressed his support for protecting the concept of absolute immunity for presidential actions performed in an official capacity. He also highlighted that Trump's defense will revolve around the interpretation of whether his actions related to the 2020 election interference investigation were carried out as a candidate or in his official capacity as president.
In addition to discussing Smith's case, Barr criticized a recent Colorado Supreme Court ruling that removed Trump from the state primary ballot. He referred to the decision as "ridiculous" and "highly destructive," adding that such tactics by the left were what initially led to the rise of Donald Trump.
When asked about his voting preference in the upcoming election, Barr evaded giving a direct answer, stating, "I'll jump off that bridge when I get to it." Despite being questioned about the strained relationship between himself and Trump, Barr maintained that he could not support Joe Biden as an alternative.
The Supreme Court's denial to expedite a ruling in Smith's case means that Trump's trial may face delays, potentially extending beyond the upcoming election. Barr's analysis suggests that Trump's strategy to "run out the clock" could prove successful, allowing him to potentially secure another term in office before facing any legal consequences.
As the legal proceedings continue, the implications of Trump's defense strategy and the potential outcome of Smith's federal prosecution loom in the minds of political observers. Only time will tell whether Trump's efforts to delay the process will bear the desired results or if the pursuit of justice will prevail in this high-profile case.
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