The 'Make Me' Presidency
Briefly

The article discusses Donald Trump's approach to litigation in his presidency, characterizing his era as the 'Make Me' litigation period. He effectively disregards legal norms because he faces minimal financial and political consequences. Traditionally, civil litigants bear substantial costs if they lose, but Trump, now linked with the Department of Justice, manipulates this system at no personal cost. His history of aggressive legal tactics as a businessman has transformed in his role as president, where he utilizes taxpayer-funded legal resources to defend against lawsuits, ensuring he faces almost no repercussions.
Donald Trump's litigation era showcases his disregard for traditional legal consequences, as he navigates complex legal battles without financial risk, relying on taxpayer-funded legal resources.
Litigation costs can be daunting for typical civil litigants, but Trump's newfound immunity to consequence means he navigates this system without fear of financial repercussion.
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