In a striking critique on MS NOW, Ty Cobb, a former partner at Hogan & Lovells and ex-White House attorney, unleashed a scathing rebuke not only against President Donald Trump but also against a "neutered" Congress. Cobb, known for his distinctive mustache and straightforward commentary, labeled the current president as "evil" and a significant threat to the judiciary and democracy itself.

Cobb expressed concern over the president's overbearing influence on House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), stating, "Trump 'dictates everything' Mike Johnson does. That's tragic because the way the Constitution is designed, Congress, not the courts, were deemed to be the first wave of resistance to an evil president." According to Cobb, Congress has disappointingly surrendered its power to Trump, dangerously bundling it "in a basket with a bow on it."

The conversation took a deeper dive into the judicial system's role amid this turmoil. Cobb argued that the courts are now the last line of defense against what he perceives as a push towards authoritarianism under Trump. He pointed out that the courts are limited to interpreting the Constitution rather than proactively determining what is best for America. This limitation, Cobb believes, is inadequate for dealing with a president who seeks to "accumulate and abuse power."

Cobb also highlighted the ongoing attacks by Trump on the judiciary, describing them as efforts to weaken "one of the only remaining pillars that is standing up to prevent the total authoritarianism that he desires." He emphasized the importance of a robust judiciary during these times of "extreme constitutional stresses" and unprecedented abuses of power by the president.

The full interview, which delves further into Cobb's criticisms and concerns about the current state of U.S. governance, is available for viewing below. In this detailed conversation, Cobb not only critiques the handling of power by the presidency and Congress but also reflects on the broader implications for American democracy and its constitutional safeguards.

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Cobb's forthright statements add to the ongoing discourse about the balance of power in U.S. government and the role of the judiciary in maintaining democratic norms. His candid remarks are likely to fuel further discussions on the effectiveness of the Constitution in the modern political era and the necessary checks on presidential power.