Trump’s DOJ ramping up attacks on political opponents, targeting John Bolton with indictment

Government Instability & Parallels to Watergate - The analysis suggests the current political climate is more unstable than during Watergate due to the perceived absence of checks on executive power and a destabilized government [2] - The report draws a distinction between Nixon's cabinet, characterized by experienced "institutionalists," and the current administration, which is viewed as less experienced and potentially prone to errors in managing the government [6] - The analysis indicates that Congress and the courts may eventually push back against the administration's actions, but expresses limited hope for such a response [7] Political Retribution & Public Opinion - Political retribution is reportedly unpopular, with 70% of Americans opposing it [7] - Trump's overall approval rating is hovering between 37% and 39%, suggesting limited public support for his actions [8] - The analysis questions whether the administration's actions, including perceived damage to the Justice Department and FBI, could have negative political ramifications in the future [9][10] Justice Department & Potential Abuse of Power - Concerns are raised about the potential misuse of government resources for political purposes, specifically mentioning Ed Martin and Bill Py's alleged activities within the Justice Department and the Federal Housing Finance Agency [15][16] - Ed Martin, holding dual roles within the Justice Department, is described as a political operative with seemingly little supervision, potentially influencing legal cases [15][16] - The report highlights the unusual level of attention Trump is giving to retribution, potentially interfering with the Justice Department's independence [12]