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I wonder if they'll actually do it. The scenario I've been expecting: a judge decides that the actions are illegal, they decide to ignore the judge, and the ju
by jfengel 2y ago
I wonder if they'll actually do it.
The scenario I've been expecting: a judge decides that the actions are illegal, they decide to ignore the judge, and the judge holds them in contempt.
I've heard people calling for impeachment, and I think that's absurd based on what we've seen so far. I don't think these actions have been legal, but we rightly set a pretty high bar for impeachment.
A judge holding the administration in contempt would be a much clearer call for impeachment. And while it's certain not to happen, it would represent a significant change in the overall tone.
They could assuage a lot of concerns by following the judge's order. That would mean that the rule of law was still in effect -- and there is considerable concern that it isn't. Showing that concern to be unjustified would also tamp down a lot of the opposition.
Or vice versa.