Tuesday’s indictment begins a reassertion of the rule of law in America, writes RBReich.
There will not be enough time in the general election to alter this dynamic. It will likely contribute to Democratic sweeps of the presidency, Congress, and most state contests.
It could also put the current GOP into a death spiral—resulting in a purge of its Trump-dependent lawmakers and candidates. This may be the only way the Republican Party can begin to rebuild itself. Tuesday’s indictment begins a reassertion of the rule of law in America. We are deeply indebted to Special Counsel Jack Smith and his staff for their care, integrity, and commitment to the Constitution.Robert Reich, is the Chancellor's Professor of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley, and a senior fellow at the Blum Center for Developing Economies.
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