Trumps Latest Scheme to Beat Harris May Have Crossed Legal Lines
By Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling
Aug 20 2024 312 pm 7 pts
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly advising Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on how to defeat Vice President Kamala Harris, who is considered a potential Democratic presidential candidate in 2024. According to sources who spoke to Reuters, Trump has been providing Netanyahu with advice on how to attack Harris's record on issues such as crime and immigration.
Trump's involvement in the Israeli election has raised concerns among some legal experts, who say it could violate U.S. campaign finance laws. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act prohibits U.S. citizens from making any contributions to foreign candidates or political parties.
It is unclear whether Trump's actions violate this law, as he is not directly contributing money to Netanyahu's campaign. However, some experts argue that his advice could be considered an "indirect" contribution, as it could help Netanyahu win the election.
Trump has a long history of interfering in foreign elections. In 2016, he was accused of colluding with Russia to help him win the presidency. He has also been accused of pressuring Ukraine to investigate his political rival, Joe Biden.
Trump's latest alleged meddling in a foreign election is just one example of his ongoing efforts to undermine democracy. He has repeatedly made false claims about the 2020 election and has encouraged his supporters to challenge the results.
What are the potential consequences of Trump's actions?
- If Trump's actions are found to violate the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, he could face criminal charges.
- His actions could further damage the US-Israel relationship.
- They could also undermine democracy in both the US and Israel.
What should be done?
- The US government should investigate Trump's actions and take appropriate action if he is found to have violated the law.
- The US should also work with Israel to ensure that foreign interference in its elections does not occur.
- Finally, all Americans should stand up for democracy and reject Trump's attempts to undermine it.
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