Source: Fox News
Summary
Former CIA Director John Brennan called for President Donald Trump to be removed from office, citing his threats towards Iran as unlawful. Brennan, who is under investigation by the Justice Department, appeared on MS NOW and said the 25th Amendment, which establishes the protocol to remove the president, “was written with Donald Trump in mind.” Over 70 lawmakers are also calling for the 25th Amendment to be invoked against Trump following his threats on Truth Social. Trump had given Iran a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but later announced a two-week ceasefire agreement.
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Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.
John Brennan, a familiar face in the Trump criticism circuit, speaks out against the president’s handling of the Iran conflict. He’s been a regular on MS NOW, suggesting Trump is “flailing” and “clueless” about handling the war. The Justice Department’s investigation into Brennan’s handling of a 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment provides a convenient backdrop for his criticism of Trump. The 25th Amendment, a oft-cited solution to Trump’s presidency, is once again invoked. The performance is familiar, the players are familiar, and the outcome is predictable.
The investigation into Brennan’s past actions serves as a reminder that the past is always present in these performances.
Author: Evan Null
