Fmr. Watergate Prosecutor Akerman on Third Trump Indictment

Fmr. Watergate Prosecutor Akerman on Third Trump Indictment

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The transcript discusses the legal case against Donald Trump, focusing on the strategy to expedite the trial. It compares Trump's actions to Watergate, highlighting the threat to democracy. The role of Mike Pence in upholding the Constitution during the election certification is emphasized. The historical context of Nixon's resignation is also discussed, contrasting it with Trump's situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for bringing the case against Donald Trump quickly?

To gather more evidence

To expedite the trial process

To avoid media attention

To include all potential defendants

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the government's strategy in handling the case against Trump?

To exclude witness testimonies

To delay the trial

To focus on classified documents

To bring all evidence at once

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How does Trump's legal team view the trial timeline?

They are indifferent to the timeline

They want a shorter timeline

They want a longer timeline

They agree with the government's timeline

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main comparison made between Trump's actions and Watergate?

Trump's actions are less severe

Trump's actions are unrelated

Trump's actions are similar in severity

Trump's actions are more severe

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the historical analogy used to describe Trump's actions?

A gentle breeze

A lightning storm

A calm sea

A quiet night

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Vice President Mike Pence play in the events discussed?

He was unaware of the events

He was indifferent to the events

He opposed Trump's actions

He supported Trump's actions

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How did the political response to Trump's actions differ from Watergate?

Fewer Republicans stood up to Trump

More Republicans stood up to Trump

The response was identical

There was no political response