Donald Trump Just Shared A Very Ominous Post, And It’s Catching Lot’s of Eyes
President Donald Trump has set the tone for his second term with a bold assertion of executive power. Recently, President Trump’s official X account shared a post that has garnered over 150 million views, that reads: “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law.”
The phrase, reminiscent of a quote from a 1970 film about Napoleon Bonaparte, appears to encapsulate Trump’s approach to governance—one that prioritizes perceived national salvation over traditional legal constraints.
He who saves his Country does not violate any Law.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 15, 2025
White House Reposts Trump’s Statement
In a move that underscores the administration’s stance, the White House reposted Trump’s statement on its official X (formerly Twitter) account. The post was accompanied by his official presidential portrait, signaling an unwavering commitment to supporting him despite his legal troubles.
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) February 15, 2025
Politicians React & Mike Pence Resurfaces With Thoughts on Presidential Power
While conservative legal experts weigh the implications, Democratic lawmakers have criticized Trump’s rhetoric. Senator Adam Schiff characterized the post as “spoken like a true dictator,” while Senator Amy Klobuchar decried the administration’s broader pattern of governance, highlighting recent Justice Department actions that halted corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
The Presidency and the Constitution – Imprimis (October 2010) https://t.co/qz7ySAUnor
— Mike Pence (@Mike_Pence) February 15, 2025
Amid the ongoing controversy, former Vice President Mike Pence took the opportunity to speak up and reshare an essay he originally wrote in 2010, titled The Presidency and the Constitution. The essay includes a pointed statement on executive authority:
“The president is not our teacher, our tutor, our guide or ruler. He does not command us; we command him. We serve neither him nor his vision.”
A Rapid Expansion of Executive Authority
Since the start of his second term, Trump has aggressively expanded the scope of his executive authority. His administration has issued a wave of executive orders, reshaping federal policies while displaying confidence in its ability to withstand legal challenges. With a judiciary increasingly molded during Trump’s first term, his administration appears emboldened to test the limits of presidential power.
However, courts have already intervened, temporarily blocking several of Trump’s more controversial policies. Legal challenges have arisen over actions such as halting federal foreign aid, dismissing federal employees, dismantling government programs, and even attempting to close agencies entirely. With over 60 lawsuits filed, Trump’s legal team is engaged in an ongoing battle to protect and further expand executive authority.
Legal and Constitutional Clashes
The Department of Justice has argued that presidential power should not be constrained by the judiciary, particularly concerning federal workforce decisions and spending. Some cases have positioned the Trump administration for a direct confrontation with Congress’ power of appropriation, potentially challenging long-standing mechanisms designed to check executive authority.
Trump’s assertion of executive immunity also remains a pivotal legal issue. His January 6 case led to a Supreme Court ruling affirming that while the president is not above the law, Congress cannot criminalize actions taken as part of the executive branch’s constitutional duties. Chief Justice John Roberts summarized this view, stating:
“The president is not above the law. But Congress may not criminalize the president’s conduct in carrying out the responsibilities of the executive branch under the Constitution.”
The Ongoing Struggle Over Presidential Power
Trump’s second term has reignited the debate over executive authority, with his administration testing the boundaries of its power in ways unseen in modern American history. As legal challenges mount and political tensions rise, the coming months will determine just how far Trump can push the limits of presidential control.
