“I don’t think that Donald ever should have been president” Judge Judy Criticizes Trump’s Conviction
According to a report by FOX News on Saturday, June 22, 2024, Judge Judy Sheindlin, renowned for her no-nonsense approach to justice on television, has taken aim at the recent prosecution of former President Donald Trump by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, labeling the case as “nonsense.”
In an exclusive interview with CNN’s Chris Wallace, Sheindlin expressed her strong disapproval of the legal proceedings that led to Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records.
As a “taxpayer in this country,” Sheindlin conveyed her frustration towards Bragg, accusing him of exploiting the legal system for personal gain, adding that she resents Bragg ” for using the system for your own personal self-aggrandizement.”
Her criticism was squarely directed at Bragg, accusing him of misusing his position to pursue what she perceives as a politically motivated case against Trump. When pressed by Wallace on whether she believed Bragg acted improperly, Sheindlin didn’t mince words.
“That’s what I think. I mean, if you look — you had to twist yourself into a pretzel to figure out what the crime was,” she asserted, echoing the sentiments of many who have questioned the clarity and justification behind the charges leveled against the former president.
Trump’s conviction stemmed from actions related to a $130,000 payment made to Stormy Daniels, a prominent figure in the adult entertainment industry, allegedly to silence her about an alleged affair dating back to 2006.
Sheindlin, who owns property in Manhattan, expressed frustration that taxpayer dollars were allocated to what she perceives as a misguided legal pursuit.
“I would be happier if the district attorney of New York County would take care of criminals who were making it impossible for citizens to walk in the streets and use the subway,” Sheindlin remarked, highlighting her preference for focusing law enforcement efforts on more pressing urban issues rather than what she described as a costly and distracting trial.
Reflecting on Trump’s broader legacy, Sheindlin acknowledged his success as a businessman and television personality, noting his role on “The Apprentice.”
However, she didn’t shy away from critiquing his tenure as president, asserting firmly that Trump was ill-suited for the role and perhaps never truly anticipated holding the highest office in the land.
“I don’t think that Donald ever should have been president,” Sheindlin asserted, aligning herself as a political independent who previously endorsed Nikki Haley during the 2024 Republican presidential primary.
Her criticism of Trump’s presidency stresses a broader sentiment among some segments of the American public who question his suitability and leadership during his time in office.
As Sheindlin continues to be a prominent voice in public discourse, her comments on the Trump case are likely to amplify existing debates surrounding the prosecution’s motives and the broader implications for justice and accountability in American politics.
Her reputation as a frank and incisive commentator adds weight to criticisms that the legal pursuit of Trump may have been driven more by political motivations than a clear pursuit of justice.
The fallout from Trump’s conviction continues to reverberate across political circles and among the general public, with opinions sharply divided over whether the case represents a necessary accountability measure or an overreach of prosecutorial discretion.
