Trump lays out his 'revenge' strategy after conviction makes him a felon
FOX NewsMay 21
Trump 'OK' With Serving Potential Jail Time or House Arrest
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Above: Former U.S. President Donald Trump leaves Trump Tower on May 31, 2024 in New York City. Image copyright: James Devaney/Contributor/GC Images via Getty Images
The Facts
Former US Pres. Donald Trump has acknowledged the possibility of being imprisoned or placed under house arrest, saying he is "OK with it" days after his historic New York "hush money" trial conviction.
In an interview with Fox News aired on Sunday, Trump said he advised his lawyers not to "beg for anything" but warned that his followers may reach "breaking point" if he is sentenced to prison.
The Spin
Pro-Trump narrative
The scandalous and unprecedented verdict against Trump is the latest proof that the US justice system is broken. However, Americans have a keen sense of justice, which is why the politically manufactured trial against Biden's primary political opponent will backfire on Democrats. Trump is the victim of selective prosecution, and he has every reason to believe that a prison sentence would improve rather than worsen his presidential prospects.
Anti-Trump narrative
Trump is well advised to prepare for jail time or house arrest after being found guilty in the historic trial. Ironically, the very man who constantly claims to be a champion of law and order is now a convicted felon. Likewise, it's reckless for Trump to claim the trial was rigged while, as president, he would destroy the US justice system and undermine democracy. Americans understand that Trump is threatening the very idea of America, and this should benefit Biden.
