The LIEB CAST

The Indictment of Trump and the DeSantis Constitutional Crisis

March 31, 2023 Andrew Lieb / Lauren Lieb / Alex Licitra / Cheryl Berger Season 2 Episode 78
The LIEB CAST
The Indictment of Trump and the DeSantis Constitutional Crisis
Show Notes

In today's episode, we dive deep into the recent indictment of former US President Donald Trump and the response of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office recently indicted Trump on charges of tax fraud and other financial crimes. Trump has denied any wrongdoing, but the indictment marks a significant legal challenge for the former President. We'll provide a detailed analysis of the charges and discuss what they could mean for Trump's political future.

In response to the indictment, Governor DeSantis made controversial comments about the "weaponization" of the legal system for political gain. We'll examine these comments and explain why they are deeply troubling from a constitutional perspective.

We'll also touch on a recent open letter signed by prominent tech leaders, including Elon Musk and Steve Wozniak, calling for a halt to the development of artificial intelligence. The letter argues that AI poses a major threat to human safety and could potentially lead to catastrophic consequences. We'll discuss the potential dangers of AI and what steps can be taken to mitigate these risks.

So join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the latest news and issues affecting our world today.