Analysis: Trump fumes as top allies back down on his personal battles
Summary
President Donald Trump has faced several recent setbacks, including the dropping of vandalism charges related to the Reflecting Pool and resistance to his choice for attorney general. Some close allies have moved away from his personal positions, creating political and legal challenges for him during his current term.Key Facts
- Charges against former Olympian David Hearn for damaging the Reflecting Pool were dropped by US Attorney Jeanine Pirro.
- Pirro explained the damage was due to a poor repair job, not intentional vandalism.
- President Trump strongly disagreed with the decision and criticized Pirro publicly.
- Todd Blanche, Trump’s former criminal defense attorney, faced opposition in the Senate for his nomination as attorney general.
- Senators from both parties blocked Blanche’s nomination partly over concerns about a proposed $1.8 billion fund for people claiming politically motivated prosecutions.
- Blanche withdrew the fund proposal following the Senate’s demands, but President Trump said he would continue to push for the fund’s approval.
- These events reveal divisions between President Trump and some of his closest allies and political supporters.
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