Former President Trump's threats to prosecute political enemies as a candidate damage the rule of law, potentially leading to legal retribution if he is re-elected and gains authority over the Justice Department.
If Trump wins the presidency again, he could use his authority over the Justice Department to investigate and prosecute his rivals, purging those disloyal to him and challenging the traditional independence of the legal system.
Trump's threats not only serve a political purpose but also erode faith in the criminal justice system, potentially impacting the nation's foundational principle of the rule of law.
The resistance against political prosecutions in a second Trump term would likely rely on judges and jurors rejecting them, highlighting the importance of upholding the independence of the legal system.
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