Ladies and Gentlemen of the Jury,
On Election Day, November 5, 2024,
you stand not only as voters but as jurors in a case that strikes at the very
heart of our democracy. The evidence
presented in this trial has shown that Donald J. Trump, the defendant, engaged
in a deliberate and unlawful scheme to overturn the results of the 2020
presidential election. Let’s summarize
the key points that prove his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
This Legal Brief filed by Prosecutor
Jack Smith and unsealed on October 2, 2024 by Judge Chutkan is a government
motion in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
regarding the criminal prosecution of Donald J. Trump for his involvement in a
scheme to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
The defendant, Donald J. Trump,
engaged in a scheme to overturn the 2020 presidential election results through
various illegal means.
His efforts included:
1.
Lying to State
Officials: Trump and his co-conspirators made
false claims of election fraud to state officials in an attempt to get them to
ignore the true vote counts and alter the election results in his favor.
2.
Manufacturing
Fraudulent Electoral Votes: They created
fraudulent electoral votes in seven states (Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada,
New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin) that Trump had lost.
3.
Pressuring
the Vice President: Trump attempted to enlist Vice
President Mike Pence to obstruct Congress's certification of the election by
using the fraudulent electoral votes.
4.
Inciting a
Mob: When other efforts failed, Trump
directed a crowd of his supporters to the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, to
disrupt the congressional certification of the election results.
These actions were part of three conspiracies:
1.
Interfering with the federal
government function of collecting and counting election results.
2.
Obstructing the official proceeding
of Congress certifying the election results.
3. Conspiring against the rights of millions of Americans to vote and have their votes counted.
If tried and convicted of the
alleged crimes pertaining to the January 6, 2021, Insurrection, the impact on
the democracy of the United States of America could be profound and
multifaceted:
1.
Reaffirmation
of the Rule of Law: A conviction would underscore the
principle that no one, including a former president, is above the law.
This would
reinforce the rule of law as a cornerstone of American democracy, demonstrating
that legal accountability applies to all citizens, regardless of their position
or power.
2.
Deterrence
of Future Misconduct: Convicting a former president for
actions related to election interference and insurrection could serve as a
powerful deterrent to future officeholders. It would signal that attempts to
undermine democratic processes and incite violence will be met with serious
legal consequences.
3.
Strengthening
Democratic Institutions: The legal
process and potential conviction would highlight the resilience and
independence of American democratic institutions, including the judiciary. It
would show that these institutions can function effectively even under immense
political pressure.
4. Public Trust and Confidence: Successfully prosecuting those responsible for the January 6 insurrection could help restore public trust in the democratic process and the integrity of elections. It would affirm that efforts to subvert the will of the people will not be tolerated.
5.
Historical Precedent: The conviction would set a historical precedent for how
the United States addresses attempts to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power.
It would
become a significant chapter in the nation's history, shaping how future
generations understand and respond to threats to democracy.
6.
Global
Implications: The outcome of such a trial would
be closely watched by the international community. A conviction would reinforce
the United States' commitment to democratic principles and the rule of law,
potentially strengthening its global standing as a leader in democratic
governance.
In summary, a conviction for the
alleged crimes related to the January 6 insurrection would have a significant
impact on American democracy, reinforcing the rule of law, deterring future
misconduct, and potentially restoring public trust in democratic institutions.
If Trump is not held accountable for
his role in the violent insurrection of January 6, 2021, the potential threats
to the democracy of the United States of America could be significant:
1.
Erosion of
the Rule of Law: Failing to hold Trump accountable
could undermine the principle that no one is above the law. This could weaken
the rule of law, suggesting that individuals in positions of power can act with
impunity.
2.
Encouragement
of Future Insurrections: Lack of
accountability might embolden future leaders or political figures to engage in
similar actions, believing they can incite violence or attempt to overturn
election results without facing consequences.
3.
Undermining
Electoral Integrity: Not addressing the actions related
to January 6 could erode public confidence in the electoral process.
If people
believe that election results can be challenged through unlawful means without
repercussions, it could lead to decreased voter participation and trust in
democratic institutions.
4.
Increased
Political Polarization: The
perception of a double standard in the application of justice could deepen
political divisions. Supporters of accountability might feel disillusioned,
while opponents might feel vindicated, further polarizing the political
landscape.
5.
Weakening of
Democratic Norms: Democratic norms, such as the
peaceful transfer of power, could be weakened if actions like those on January
6 are not met with accountability. This could lead to a normalization of
undemocratic behaviors and tactics.
6.
Damage to
International Reputation: The United
States' standing as a global leader in democracy and the rule of law could be
damaged.
Allies and
adversaries alike might question the country's commitment to its democratic
principles.
7.
Potential
for Increased Violence: If
political leaders and their supporters believe they can engage in violent
actions without facing legal consequences, it could lead to an increase in
politically motivated violence and civil unrest.
8.
Erosion of
Checks and Balances: The failure to hold a former
president accountable for actions that threaten the democratic process could
weaken the system of checks and balances designed to prevent abuses of power.
Not holding Trump accountable for
his role in the January 6 insurrection could pose serious threats to the
democracy of the United States, including the erosion of the rule of law,
encouragement of future insurrections, undermining of electoral integrity,
increased political polarization, weakening of democratic norms, damage to
international reputation, potential for increased violence, and erosion of
checks and balances.
Failure to hold Donald J. Trump accountable for his alleged crimes of January 6, 2021 would shatter the belief that no one in the United States of America is "above the law" - no one, except Donald Trump.
In conclusion, as a juror in this case your vote on November 5, 2024 who is patriotic and believes in democracy, the Rule of Law, and the United States Constitution you must vote for Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. Kamala Harris is the only human on earth who can hold Donald J. Trump accountable for his violent insurrection of January 6, 2021 by defeating him in a free and fair election.
In further posts you will realize that Trump is attempting another violent coup to undermine free and fair elections in the United States. You must protect your right to vote and hold him accountable.
For further details read the brief filed by Jack Smith and unsealed by Judge Chutkan and watch the upcoming trial in 2025 after Trump is held accountable by the American voters. If Trump wins the election, there will be no trial because he truly will be above the law, with Presidential Immunity given to him by the Supreme Court.