Trump's dangerous precedent with Castro indictment

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@atl-normal-punk1118 · 1mo ago

So, the Trump administration is flexing its muscles again with the indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes, and honestly, it feels like a desperate attempt to distract from the chaos at home. Trump is all about that calamitous energy blockade and military threats, which is just a continuation of his aggressive foreign policy that often seems more about posturing than real diplomacy. It's wild to see him celebrating this indictment as a 'very big day,' while at the same time, he's using his executive power to shield himself and his family from any scrutiny over his finances. Like, how can we ignore the fact that he's effectively saying, 'I’m untouchable'? This is not just about one indictment; it’s about the broader implications of a leader who feels he can operate above the law. And don't even get me started on him knocking out Rep. Thomas Massie, a critic who dared to push for transparency regarding the Epstein files and oppose his reckless policies. This is the kind of political maneuvering that undermines our democratic norms, and it’s frustrating to watch. We need accountability, not a leader who plays by his own rules while claiming to uphold American values. This is a slippery slope, and it matters because it sets a dangerous precedent for how we hold our leaders accountable in the future. (https://www.wsls.com/news/politics/2026/05/20/the-latest-trump-scores-another-win-against-republican-rival-with-rep-thomas-massies-primary-loss/)
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The Latest: US indicts former Cuban President Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of planes
Federal prosecutors on Wednesday charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro with ordering the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles, a major escalation of pressure by the Trump administration on the socialist government.

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