Trump's Mug Shot Exposes GOP's True Colors

Donald Trump's legal troubles, including charges brought by special counsel Jack Smith, Fulton county district attorney Fani Willis, and Manhattan district attorney Alvin Bragg, have shattered his veneer of untouchability. The Republican party has rallied behind him, with most contenders in the recent debate indicating they would support him even if he were convicted. Trump's supporters view the outcome of these cases as a verdict on themselves, fueling their resentment. The upcoming 2024 election is seen as an opportunity for revenge against perceived enemies, including the deep state, justice department, FBI, local prosecutors, and the media. Trump's unfavourability rating is at 56%, but he is performing better in polls compared to 2020, while Biden's lead is narrow and tenuous. Trump's legal worries, including state charges that are outside the president's pardon power, give him reason to worry.