I also read they quit because treason weasel was insisting that they base their defense strategy on the lie that he won the election but had been cheated.
Now if only the US “Republican” party could get the rest of the universe to abandon reality and enter their Qanon alt-reality matrix, their lawyers wouldn’t have to quit because of ethical issues.
I think donnie needs to defend himself. But, first, the SCOTUS decisions saying it is Constitutional to impeach someone when they have left their office – all three cases.
Leading the new team, according to a statement from Trump’s office, will be David Schoen and Bruce L. Castor Jr. Also joining the team will be a former Trump campaign aide, Ted Goodman, who will be assisting with communications and Capitol Hill outreach.
Schoen, who is described as “a seasoned trial attorney,” recently represented Trump associate Roger Stone in a sentencing appeal, he also appeared in an investigative documentary called “Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein?” — and said that he believed the financier-pedophile had been murdered in prison in August 2019. Schoen had met with Epstein days before he died, he told the Atlanta Jewish Times. He has a long history of defending clients in high-profile criminal cases, including organized crime figures.
Castor is the former district attorney for Montgomery County, Pa., a suburb of Philadelphia. He tried a number of high-profile homicide cases, but, in 2005, he declined to prosecute actor-comedian Bill Cosby on sexual assault charges. Castor would come under sharp criticism after leaving the DA’s office when dozens of other women came forward to accuse Cosby, who is now in prison.
You can see why trump chose these two. One is mob connected and the other won’t prosecute sex offender cases.
Considering that Li’l Donnie is quite literally incapable of telling the truth—even when to do so would have advanced his own agenda in plenty of cases over the decades—let’s haul him in front of the Senate and ASK him a few things!
Did Jeff get confused on whether he wanted to draw sharks or lampreys? They’re weird looking fish. Doesn’t deter from the point though. Excellent cartoon as always.
There’s always the fact that pushing obviously debunked conspiracy theories in front of Congress as a defense could also get you disbarred or charged with perjury.
The collapse of former President Donald Trump’s impeachment legal team – a week before his Senate trial is set to start – was prompted in part by money disagreements between the former president and his lead lawyer, according to a new Axios report.
The news adds detail to the rift between Trump and Butch Bowers that was prior news reports said was caused by a disagreement over defense strategy.
Axios cited unnamed sources who said Trump and Bowers negotiated fees for the impending impeachment trial in “a series of tense phone calls.” Trump has raised more than $170 million from the public since Election Day that could be used for legal defenses.
One of Axios’ sources said Trump was initially open to paying Bowers $250,000 individually but balked after being presented with a total price – including “more lawyers, researchers, and other legal fees” – of $3 million.
mcness01 over 3 years ago
I also read they quit because treason weasel was insisting that they base their defense strategy on the lie that he won the election but had been cheated.
thelordthygod666 over 3 years ago
When even shysters run away you know you have no case.
superposition over 3 years ago
Now if only the US “Republican” party could get the rest of the universe to abandon reality and enter their Qanon alt-reality matrix, their lawyers wouldn’t have to quit because of ethical issues.
david_42 over 3 years ago
I think donnie needs to defend himself. But, first, the SCOTUS decisions saying it is Constitutional to impeach someone when they have left their office – all three cases.
Alberta Oil Premium Member over 3 years ago
All part of a delaying process.. The case can’t go as scheduled because the new team needs time to prepare.. and.. repeat. (P.S… send money)
GaryCooper over 3 years ago
Surely the defense team never thought they’d get paid. T.Rump has had a reputation for stiffing his lawyers lo these many years.
Radish the wordsmith over 3 years ago
Obviously insane contentious Trump insists that he was cheated out of the election, the lawyers can’t support that argument as there is no proof.
Tempest2 over 3 years ago
Trump has a new team, an interesting one at that.
Leading the new team, according to a statement from Trump’s office, will be David Schoen and Bruce L. Castor Jr. Also joining the team will be a former Trump campaign aide, Ted Goodman, who will be assisting with communications and Capitol Hill outreach.
Schoen, who is described as “a seasoned trial attorney,” recently represented Trump associate Roger Stone in a sentencing appeal, he also appeared in an investigative documentary called “Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein?” — and said that he believed the financier-pedophile had been murdered in prison in August 2019. Schoen had met with Epstein days before he died, he told the Atlanta Jewish Times. He has a long history of defending clients in high-profile criminal cases, including organized crime figures.
Castor is the former district attorney for Montgomery County, Pa., a suburb of Philadelphia. He tried a number of high-profile homicide cases, but, in 2005, he declined to prosecute actor-comedian Bill Cosby on sexual assault charges. Castor would come under sharp criticism after leaving the DA’s office when dozens of other women came forward to accuse Cosby, who is now in prison.
You can see why trump chose these two. One is mob connected and the other won’t prosecute sex offender cases.
comixbomix over 3 years ago
Ratfish?
Godfreydaniel over 3 years ago
Considering that Li’l Donnie is quite literally incapable of telling the truth—even when to do so would have advanced his own agenda in plenty of cases over the decades—let’s haul him in front of the Senate and ASK him a few things!
nyg16 over 3 years ago
the SS tRUMP is floundering in heavy seas and all the rats are deserting ship (we hope)
smartman over 3 years ago
Did Jeff get confused on whether he wanted to draw sharks or lampreys? They’re weird looking fish. Doesn’t deter from the point though. Excellent cartoon as always.
grumpypophobart over 3 years ago
Are the rats going down with the SS Trump?
NWdryad over 3 years ago
What does it matter? That criminal is going to be acquitted anyway.
Patjade over 3 years ago
There’s always the fact that pushing obviously debunked conspiracy theories in front of Congress as a defense could also get you disbarred or charged with perjury.
jimchronister2016 over 3 years ago
trump dosen’t pay ANY BODY! And that’s a fact, check it out for yourself, it’s on line!!
Masterskrain Premium Member over 3 years ago
The collapse of former President Donald Trump’s impeachment legal team – a week before his Senate trial is set to start – was prompted in part by money disagreements between the former president and his lead lawyer, according to a new Axios report.
The news adds detail to the rift between Trump and Butch Bowers that was prior news reports said was caused by a disagreement over defense strategy.
Axios cited unnamed sources who said Trump and Bowers negotiated fees for the impending impeachment trial in “a series of tense phone calls.” Trump has raised more than $170 million from the public since Election Day that could be used for legal defenses.
One of Axios’ sources said Trump was initially open to paying Bowers $250,000 individually but balked after being presented with a total price – including “more lawyers, researchers, and other legal fees” – of $3 million.
The two apparently negotiated down to $1 million.
Tootsie Premium Member over 3 years ago
Yup. Excellent comic of that ship has sailed.