Second Gentleman Critiques Trump and Judge at Fundraiser

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff delivered pointed criticism of former President Donald Trump and the federal judge overseeing his classified documents case during a fundraiser in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Emhoff suggested that if Trump were to be reelected, he might appoint Judge Aileen Cannon to the Supreme Court to carry out his agenda. “Trump’s unfit to serve, he can’t get anywhere near the White House,” Emhoff stated, warning that a Trump victory could lead to the appointment of justices who disregard legal precedents. The fundraiser, hosted by investment banker Stephen Paul and his wife Nancy, successfully raised over $3 million. Emhoff urged attendees, many of whom were lawyers, to remain vigilant against potential legal challenges from Trump’s camp. “We gotta win, we gotta protect the win,” he emphasized, highlighting the need for legal support in the face of anticipated “shenanigans” from Trump’s team. Emhoff also took aim at Trump’s age, describing him as “disintegrating” and “degraded.” He referenced a recent conversation between Trump and Elon Musk, suggesting that Trump appeared to be slurring his words. “She is strong and she can smell weakness, and Trump is weak,” Emhoff asserted, dismissing Trump’s tough-guy persona as a facade that is “falling apart.” Emhoff’s remarks reflect a broader strategy by the Biden administration to rally support and mobilize resources ahead of the upcoming elections, while also drawing a stark contrast between their leadership and that of Trump.