During a recent court hearing, former President Donald Trump's attorney, Todd Blanche, argued that Trump's rhetoric was directed at President Joe Biden and not FBI agents. Blanche emphasized that the attacks were aimed at Biden, not law enforcement officials.
Blanche also acknowledged that the Justice Department's policy on the use of deadly force during the search at Mar-a-Lago was standard procedure for executing search warrants. However, he expressed concern over FBI agents being armed during the search, stating that it was unnecessary.
The controversy arose when Trump falsely claimed that Biden had authorized the use of lethal force to 'assassinate' him, leveraging this misinformation in a fundraising campaign. Court filings clarified that the use of deadly force was only permitted when necessary and followed standard protocols.
Special counsel Jack Smith requested a gag order, citing the dangerous impact of Trump's false and inflammatory language in the current volatile political climate. Smith highlighted the potential risk to law enforcement posed by such rhetoric and urged for preventive measures to avoid further violence.
The court proceedings shed light on the ongoing legal battles surrounding Trump's statements and actions, underscoring the importance of responsible communication and adherence to established protocols in law enforcement operations.
