Opinions

Ambitious politicians swim upstream, no matter how strong the currents run against them — or how cold the water gets.

President Donald Trump is right that he does “have, as president, the legal right” to meddle in Department of Justice decisions. However, when he makes public comments, or when it can be shown that he has privately discussed any federal criminal case with his Justice subordinates, it should be considered undue interference, and a judge should order that all prosecutions of affected individuals or groups be halted. Furthermore, another count of obstruction of justice should be added to the list of criminal charges he will face when he leaves the White House.

The rich are different from you and me — they can buy themselves instant presidential campaigns.