Rep. Mike Quigley discusses the precedent set by the trial and conviction of former President Donald Trump, acknowledging the risk of politicians going after their opponents in court but emphasizing the importance of holding leaders accountable for their actions.
Key Points
Importance of allowing the justice system to hold presidents accountable
Value of a jury's unanimous guilty verdict
Pros
Holding leaders accountable for their actions
Demonstrating the functioning of the justice system
Cons
Risk of politicians using the court system to target their opponents