Last night, Trump signed a new EO basically declaring himself king, using the Unitary Executive Theory—aka “POTUS can do whatever the fuck POTUS wants” doctrine.
I didn't know much about it, but here's what I've learned so far. It’s the legal theory behind every wannabe dictator’s wet dream. 🧵
I didn't know much about it, but here's what I've learned so far. It’s the legal theory behind every wannabe dictator’s wet dream. 🧵
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We must defend, not attack.
"The President and the Attorney General, subject to the President’s supervision and control, shall provide authoritative interpretations of law for the executive branch..."
He's had enough line. Time to start reeling it in.
Maybe EOs had too much power to begin with.
This is a fringe theory perpetuated by Roberts and the Federalist Society.
If that sounds awful fascist, that's because it is.
- he can fire any federal worker who doesn’t pledge loyalty.
- agencies like the DOJ, IRS & VA? Completely controlled by the White House.
- laws he doesn’t like? lol, baiiii.
- federal courts? ain't enforcing shit.
Educate your friends, family, neighbors. Hell, even the MAGA down the street. Call your reps, just show up, before it's too late.
#DemocracyUnderAttack
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/02/ensuring-accountability-for-all-agencies/
Step #1 in becoming the newest dictator on the planet.
By LAW he can't do this, but congress will grant him the power if pushed. Ditto SCOTUS.
But I get what you're saying.
https://bsky.app/profile/solisandlune.bsky.social/post/3liisxs6ugk2f