Why Donald Trump Can Never Return to the White House
Introduction
There is no legal or non-violent path for former US President Donald Trump to return to the White House, as the process for electing a president is clear and unambiguous. The United States has mechanisms in place to prevent such a scenario, ensuring the continuation of democratic governance. In this article, we will explore why Trump’s return to the White House is practically impossible.
Legal and Political Realities
Simply put, there is no legal or non-violent method for Trump to reclaim the presidency. If current President Joe Biden were to resign today or if Vice President Kamala Harris were to die under unusual circumstances, the procedures for succession are explicitly defined. The 25th Amendment to the US Constitution outlines these procedures, which do not involve handing power to a previously impeached and convicted president like Trump.
Even a highly improbable scenario involving the discovery of 100,000 votes in Arizona, the appearance of an angel to the governor of Georgia, or multiple impeachments would not result in Trump’s return. These hypotheticals do not align with the actual democratic processes in place in the United States.
Supreme Court and Electoral Process
The Supreme Court is highly unlikely to intervene in a presidential election post-election. Once the Electoral College has voted and the US Congress has certified the votes, the process is complete. The Supreme Court can only decide on the legality of the election process itself, not on the results.
For example, if there were concerns about fraud or disputed votes, the court might decide whether the state’s counting processes were legal. However, they would not overturn the results based on a single set of disputed votes or a prophetic vision.
Assumptive Scenarios
The only way for Trump to return to the White House under such extreme and highly improbable scenarios would be through acts of violence and political overthrow. This hypothetical scenario involves assassinations, government shutdowns, and violent uprisings, which would be disastrous not just for Trump but also for the entire nation. The US military and other institutions would intervene to restore order and prevent chaos.
Conclusion: Moving On
Trump’s presence in the White House is a matter of historical interest and political discussion. However, for the actual functioning of the United States, there remains a clear and unambiguous leader: President Joe Biden, who has been duly elected and sworn in. The people of the United States are moving on, and continued efforts to achieve a return to the White House for Trump are unlikely to succeed.
Irish Perspective
As an Irishman looking in, the situation with Trump and his supporters is perplexing. It may seem strange to outsiders that so many people still want to see Trump as president. The country has moved on since his presidency ended, and his activities now seem more focused on supporting and emboldening his followers than on governing.
For the sake of clarity and the well-being of the United States, it is essential to recognize that Trump can never return to the White House under any circumstances. The United States has the institutions and processes in place to ensure that such a scenario is impossible.