Title: The Stormy Daniels Trial: Biden’s Risky Strategy and the Question of Justice
Introduction:
The upcoming jury deliberations in the Stormy Daniels hush money trial have Joe Biden eagerly waiting for a potential conviction of his political archrival, Donald Trump. However, if Trump is found guilty, it could be seen as an attempt to manipulate the 2024 presidential election. Nonetheless, Biden’s strategy may backfire, reminiscent of the Republican attacks on Bill Clinton during the Monica Lewinsky scandal. This article delves into the potential repercussions for Biden and examines whether the pursuit of Trump’s legal troubles is an abuse of power or a legitimate campaign-finance violation.
Biden’s Political Maneuvers:
Despite claiming to remain neutral, Biden has been subtly mocking Trump’s legal situation. From challenging him to a debate on days when the trial isn’t running to making puns about “stormy weather,” Biden’s comments reveal a less-than-decorous approach. By avoiding direct involvement while his surrogates discuss Trump’s trials and a super PAC spends millions on ads targeting his legal issues, Biden aims to gain an unfair advantage and tarnish Trump’s image.
The Biased Judiciary:
Critics argue that Manhattan Supreme Court Acting Justice Juan Merchan’s involvement in the trial raises concerns about political bias. Merchan was previously cautioned by the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct for making donations to Democrats, including Biden. Furthermore, his daughter has reportedly profited from the trial through her consulting firm. Merchan’s refusal to recuse himself and his evident bias against defense witnesses have damaged the reputation of the New York legal system.
Unfair Treatment of Defense Witnesses:
The judge’s handling of defense witness Bob Costello’s testimony is highly questionable. Costello contradicted Michael Cohen’s claim that Trump ordered the hush-money payment, but Merchan sustained every prosecution objection, accused Costello of giving him “side eye,” and cleared the courtroom. This behavior influenced the jury’s perception of Costello and potentially violated Trump’s right to a public trial. Constitutional lawyer David Schoen believes these actions could lead to a reversal of any guilty verdict on appeal.
The Risky Strategy:
While Biden may hope for a conviction prior to the election, the American people are wise to his ploy. By smearing his opponent as a “convicted felon,” Biden risks alienating voters who may view his actions as an abuse of power. The potential overturning of a guilty verdict on appeal due to Merchan’s mishandling of the trial further highlights the risks of Biden’s strategy.
Conclusion:
As the Stormy Daniels hush money trial enters jury deliberations, Joe Biden eagerly awaits a potential conviction of Donald Trump. However, his strategy risks backfiring, with voters disapproving of the abuse of legal power to target private morals. The biased conduct of Judge Merchan and mistreatment of defense witnesses raise concerns about justice and fairness. Biden’s pursuit of Trump’s legal troubles may provide an unfair advantage but could also damage his own reputation. Ultimately, the American people are aware of these political maneuvers and will consider the implications when casting their votes.
