A recent chat on MSNBC’s The Katie Phang Show, former GOP campaign strategist and Lincoln Project founder, Rick Wilson, raised a red flag on the possible aftermath of a Trump re-election in 2024.
According to a report from Raw Story on November 11, 2023, Wilson highlighted worries about Trump’s eagerness to use state power for personal and political grudges, sparking concerns of a tumultuous and divisive second term.
Wilson’s key point revolves around Trump’s alleged inclination to settle scores with perceived enemies using the state’s power.
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He warns that a re-elected Trump might lack the usual restraints from checks and balances, potentially leading to a vindictive period that could negatively impact individuals, groups, and political opponents.
He is going to use the power of the state, Wilson cautioned, pointing out that Trump’s second term might miss the moderating influence of what he called grown-ups or adults during his first term.
This, he argued, could open the door to what he terms the crazies, who might freely implement Trump’s agenda without much restraint.
Drawing parallels with historical events and the lyrics of David Bowie, Wilson emphasized the need for heightened vigilance, suggesting that the potential atmosphere under a second Trump term could be much darker and much different and much more dangerous.
While not explicitly detailing the potential targets of Trump’s alleged vengeance, Wilson’s remarks hint at a broad spectrum, encompassing individuals, groups, and political opponents.
Wilson expressed concerns about Trump’s associates in a potential second term, predicting that they would not be restrained by conventional political norms.
According to Wilson, the absence of establishment figures or grown-ups could pave the way for more extreme and unchecked behavior.
The fear is that a second-term Trump administration would be characterized by a more radical and unbridled approach, with Trump himself allegedly sanctioning and encouraging such actions.
The consequences, as envisaged by Wilson, extend to a wide array of targets.
Individuals who Trump perceives as having wronged him, groups with opposing ideologies, and political opponents at various levels could all face repercussions.
The potential abuse of state power to settle personal scores raises serious ethical and legal concerns.
As discussions about the 2024 election intensify, Wilson’s concerns emphasize the need for a vigilant and engaged electorate to carefully consider the potential implications of a Trump return to the presidency.
