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Former Trump Attorney Cites 25th Amendment as He Calls President 'Insane'

Former Trump Attorney Cites 25th Amendment as He Calls President 'Insane'

Summary

Ty Cobb, a former White House counsel during President Donald Trump's first term, suggested Trump is "insane" and questioned why the Cabinet hasn't used the 25th Amendment to remove him. Cobb highlighted Trump’s actions during conflicts like the Iran war and his social media behavior as reasons for concern.

Key Facts

  • Ty Cobb served as White House counsel under President Trump during his first term.
  • The 25th Amendment allows the vice president and Cabinet to declare the president unable to fulfill his duties.
  • Cobb cited Trump's handling of the Iran war and late-night social media posts as evidence of instability.
  • The 25th Amendment has never been used to remove a sitting president.
  • Cobb criticized the current Cabinet, saying it lacks strong figures who could challenge the president.
  • There is ongoing debate about Vice President JD Vance potentially leading a transition.
  • Calls for invoking the 25th Amendment have been made before, including after the Capitol riot in 2021.

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