A significant twist with potential legal consequences, it’s claimed that former President Donald Trump acknowledged his election defeat just 48 hours after the polls closed, as revealed in former Rep. Liz Cheney’s groundbreaking book, Oath and Honor.
Cheney recounts a conversation with Rep. Kevin McCarthy, who reportedly shared Trump’s private concession shortly after the 2020 Election. McCarthy allegedly stated, He knows it’s over. He needs to go through all the stages of grief. If proven true, this revelation could have a profound impact on the ongoing legal proceedings against Trump.
Legal expert Harry Litman, appearing on MSNBC’s The Last Word With Lawrence O’Donnell on November 28, suggests that though Cheney’s statement may be considered hearsay, McCarthy could emerge as a crucial witness for prosecutors seeking to establish Trump’s internal acknowledgment of his defeat.
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Litman, discussing Trump’s federal criminal case led by Jack Smith, accuses Trump and his advisors of spreading false information about voter fraud and obstructing the transfer of power to President-Elect Joe Biden, actions allegedly contributing to the Capitol riot.
Trump vehemently denies any wrongdoing and actively contests the charges.
Litman argues that, given the evidence, Trump’s admission, if validated, is straightforward and not hearsay.
Emphasizing McCarthy’s potential role as a key witness, Litman points out that while it might be hearsay for Cheney to say Kevin McCarthy told me, it would not be hearsay for McCarthy himself to testify.
To explore this potential evidence, Litman recommends issuing a trial subpoena to McCarthy, directly asking him, Mr. McCarthy, what did Donald Trump tell you? This, Litman asserts, would eliminate hearsay protection, making McCarthy’s testimony admissible in court.
The unfolding developments raise questions about the impact of Trump’s alleged concession on the broader legal landscape, as the intricate details surrounding his post-election actions may significantly shape the narrative and influence public perception.
