In the United States, former President @realdonaldtrump is on trial for reportedly possessing classified documents at his Florida home after leaving office in January 2021. However, other individuals, including President @JoeBiden and those without the authority to declassify documents, are not facing trial. The explanation provided is that Trump is being tried because he did not return the classified documents on time, whereas others promptly returned them when asked, despite having similar documents in private non-secure locations. The argument is that Trump's behavior was improper while others acted responsibly. They claim that the case against Trump is not based on his intention to run for President again, but rather on the principles of justice, uncovering the truth, and protecting American secrets. The concern, they claim, is that if Trump were to leak or sell American secrets to countries like Russia, China, Iran, or North Korea, national security would be compromised. Therefore, the trial of Trump is portrayed as non-political and not a deliberate attempt to undermine him, especially considering his leading position in the polls and potential GOP nomination victory next year. As a younger journalist, I might have accepted this narrative, citing the charges, alarming details, and the opinions of "experts" and critics. I mean, how can this man not be guilty if the charges against him are so alarmingly presented and the main stream media has already convicted him? However, as a more skeptical journalist who has experienced countries where political opponents were often arrested, tried, and convicted on fabricated charges, I have come to realize that ultimately it's all about power. There are no innocent babies here in Washington. It's all about who controls power in the most powerful country in the world. Nothing else. Those who pursue power often resort to cheating, influencing people, demonizing their adversaries, silencing the media, and eventually arresting or eliminating opponents when it becomes apparent they may not be defeated in an election. Many conservatives see it as it is. May God help us.
I didn't know this tweet would be retweeted and quoted by more than 10,000 people and seen by millions of others. The lesson for me is that everyone recognizes the truth! The truth is simple. The truth doesn't need to scream. The truth is never complicated. The truth does not need big words.
@simonateba @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden “The explanation provided is that Trump is being tried because he did not return the classified documents on time,” Wrong. The reason for investigation then charges is he did not return them AT ALL. It required written requests, subpoenas (which were ignored) and confiscation.
@simonateba @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden Well written as usual. Those with their eyes open can easily see what's happening in front of us. It is so very frustrating that far too many have been successfully conditioned to believe the media's lies and the fake events that those in power are pushing to keep control.
@simonateba @BouchellJohn @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden It's simple. Don't spend your life being a corrupt con man. Don't betray your country and your oath to protect it, and you won't be facing 400+ years in prison for being a traitor. Actions: consequences.
@simonateba @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden Love u @simonateba . I feel so proud of you as a man and a representative for America. You have a great future as a commentator and journalist in my America!
@simonateba @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden Slow walking a five yr investigation into hunter yet in less than a year 37 charges against trump. How blatantly obvious that this administration is corrupt to the core.
@simonateba @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden I applaud your courage as a journalist Simon, particularly knowing where you came from and how you’ve been treated. Keep fighting the freedom fight. Truth always wins in the end.
@simonateba @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden all of America sees this double standard even the Democrats! 🤨
@simonateba @realDonaldTrump @JoeBiden Your last paragraph says it all. “Those who pursue power…”