The Rule of Law Under Fire: A Closer Look at the Trump Era

The world is changing, and not for the better. A top Canadian leader recently spoke about how the old rules no longer apply. He said powerful countries now do whatever they want, without any limits. This is a big deal because it means the world is becoming more unpredictable. Around the same time, a former top prosecutor named Jack Smith spoke to Congress. He talked about how the rule of law in America is at risk. He said people often take the rule of law for granted, but it needs everyone's commitment to work. He warned that if we don't stand up for it, we could lose it. Smith's words hit hard because of what's been happening in America. The events of January 6th were a turning point. Since then, the president has been using his power to go after his political enemies. He's also let armed groups cause chaos in cities, ignoring all rules and laws. Regular people, like a nurse named Alex Jeffrey Pretti, have paid the price for this.Smith was clear about what he found in his investigations. He said Trump broke the law to try to stay in power after losing the election. He also said Trump kept secret documents and tried to hide them. Smith's testimony was straightforward and powerful. He made it clear that the evidence against Trump is strong. Trump didn't take Smith's testimony well. He called Smith names and made wild claims. He even suggested that Smith should be punished. This shows how Trump reacts when he's challenged. It also shows why the rule of law is so important. Without it, powerful people can do whatever they want, and no one can stop them. Smith's testimony might not change anyone's mind. Trump's supporters believe his lies about the election. But it's important to have the truth on record. The rule of law is what keeps our country fair and just. We need to remember that and fight to protect it.