Retired Sergeant Major and author John deVerteuil believes the former President needs to go into more detail about what he’s immune to.
Former President Donald Trump seems to be leaning rather heavily on the idea that a President is immune to criminal charges. And even when the Supreme Court stated that wasn’t the case, he still felt that was the case.
His attorneys recently filed an appeal with the Supreme Court, in the hopes that he would be able to use his presidential immunity to dismiss one of the federal cases against him.
The attorneys noted in their appeal, “Without immunity from criminal prosecution, the Presidency as we know it will cease to exist.” They also note that, in the 234 years of American history, a president has never been criminally prosecuted – not even Nixon during his Watergate days.
But what questions are arising from this appeal? Does Trump really have the right to immunity? Should his current criminal cases continue to go forward, despite his push for a potential return to the White House?
Joining us now to discuss this further is retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major John deVerteuil. Along with more than thirty-three years of service to his country, John recently wrote a book called We Are America: A Voice from the Silent Majority, which “offers real, sustainable solutions to our national crises, including candid discussions on debt, term limits, taxation, and immigration.” His expertise in what’s happening make him a welcome subject for this interview. Welcome, John.
Q&A:
- What are your thoughts on former President Donald Trump trying to lean on “Presidential immunity” to get out of potential legal trouble?
- Does he have the right to do so, you believe? Or do you believe he needs to go into more detail about what he’s immune from?
- You made an interesting note about the timeline surrounding when Trump spoke and when the rioters attacked Capitol Hill on January 6th. Can you provide a little more background on this?
- In essence, what do you think needs to happen with this case?
- Do you believe Trump has earned the right to run for re-election back to the White House? Or should he settle his legal affairs first?
- Tell us more about your book We Are America: A Voice from the Silent Majority, and what prompted you to write it after your many years in service.
- Where can people find your book?
- It’s available here on Amazon in both Kindle and paperback form.
About John deVerteuil…
Green Beret John deVerteuil served his country as a member of the US Army for thirty-three years, including over twenty-five years as a Special Forces Operator and retired at the rank of Sergeant Major (SGM). John also has a Masters’ Degree in National Security.
During his time in the armed forces, deVerteuil served in many operations and initiatives: conducting counternarcotic missions in Latin America, counterterrorism in Iraq, nation building in Afghanistan, and stability operations in Africa. He spent over five years in combat and hostile-fire zones providing him a ground up perspective on problem solving.
deVerteuil can discuss National Security at the strategic to the tactical level providing a focused solution that resolves major national issues for the long term. He has been called on by military and political leaders for counsel through his years in the service and his reputation as a problem solver.
John deVerteuil has an innate ability to talk to people in such a manner that anyone can comprehend. He listens and by listening he gains knowledge and understanding.
CONTACT: Jerry McGlothlin 919-437-0001 or geraldmcg@outlook.com.
