editor's note: This issue, originally dated for November 11, 2024, was written during our previous failed reboot of DIGEST. In celebration of our new website and discontinued hiatus, we are deciding to release it to you now. Just remember the time period as you read.
Even when it appears as if America itself is going to burn, there is still pirates who run amuck. And it’s stories of those pirates that you’ll always be able to read in STOOL HATS DIGEST, a ‘weekly’ SHP newsletter!
Kidding, in lieu of pirate stories, this week we will take the time to spread some valuable information about president elect Donald Trump.
First 45, Now 47
Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, is a figure whose life and political career have been marked by both legal battles and allegations of prejudice. His criminal cases, as well as accusations of discriminatory behavior, have shaped public opinion and continue to be areas of significant media coverage and debate.
Criminal Allegations and Legal Battles
Donald Trump has faced multiple legal challenges over the years, both personal and business-related. Notably, he has faced allegations of fraud related to the operations of the Trump Organization, the real estate company he managed before his presidency. In 2022, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a civil lawsuit against Trump, his company, and three of his adult children, alleging that they had inflated property values to obtain favorable loans and tax benefits. Although this case was civil rather than criminal, it highlighted the alleged use of deceptive practices in Trump’s business dealings. In 2023, a New York court found Trump liable for fraud in a separate civil trial involving false valuations.
Trump’s legal battles also intersect with his political actions. Following his loss in the 2020 presidential election, Trump and his team made unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud, culminating in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. In August 2023, Trump was criminally indicted by a grand jury in Georgia for alleged election interference related to his efforts to overturn the state’s 2020 results. The charges included conspiracy to commit election fraud and racketeering, accusations that he and others coordinated efforts to sway the election outcome. Trump, who has pleaded not guilty, continues to claim the charges are politically motivated.
Another prominent criminal case involves Trump’s handling of classified documents. In June 2023, a federal grand jury indicted Trump on charges related to obstruction and unlawful retention of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate after leaving office. Investigators claim he retained and mishandled sensitive government documents. Trump has pleaded not guilty in this case as well, asserting that he was unfairly targeted.
Allegations of Prejudice and Discriminatory Actions
Trump’s business and political careers have been marred by accusations of prejudice and discriminatory actions, primarily in terms of race, ethnicity, and gender. As early as the 1970s, Trump and his company were accused of racial discrimination in housing practices. The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil rights lawsuit against Trump Management, alleging that the company had refused to rent to Black tenants. The case was settled with an agreement that prohibited Trump Management from further discrimination without requiring an admission of guilt.
Throughout his presidency, Trump made numerous controversial statements about immigrants, particularly Mexican and Muslim communities. In his 2016 campaign announcement, Trump labeled Mexican immigrants as “rapists” and criminals, drawing widespread criticism and accusations of xenophobia. His administration also implemented a controversial travel ban that barred entry into the U.S. from several predominantly Muslim countries. Critics viewed this policy as discriminatory, arguing that it was rooted in anti-Muslim sentiment.
Moreover, Trump’s approach to issues like police violence and racial unrest often sparked accusations of racial insensitivity. For example, his reaction to protests following the killing of George Floyd in 2020 was viewed by many as dismissive, with his administration deploying federal forces in response to protests against police brutality. Critics argued that his actions amplified racial tensions rather than addressing the underlying issues of inequality and injustice.
These allegations and legal challenges continue to shape Trump’s legacy, influencing both his political future and the broader national discourse. His supporters often argue that Trump is a victim of political bias, while critics see his legal troubles and inflammatory rhetoric as indicative of deeper issues related to criminality and prejudice. As Trump remains a prominent figure in U.S. politics, these controversies continue to fuel a complex and polarized debate.
Bullshit Report
- It Come with Eggroll is trending upwards.
- ‘So what you’d say to him?’ is an underrated but still gaining strongly.
- JOE AND LARRY??? has continued its growth.
- Bol Bol Burger is getting a lot of attention in certain spheres of bullshit.
Written by S.H.C.
Market Consultation by Duke Krym
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