On one hand, the U.S. judiciary system is based on a basic principle of English law that dates back to the early 1200s, that no one is above the law. As medieval jurist Henry de Bracton explained in 'On the Laws and Customs of England,' the law makes the king, and thus, the king must be subject to the law. In his brief public statement, Special Counsel Jack Smith paraphrased that concept in announcing his decision to indict Trump on charges of violating national security laws as well as participating in a conspiracy to obstruct justice. 'We have one set of laws in this country, and they apply to everyone,' Smith said. 'Adherence to the rule of law is a bedrock principle. ' And our nation's commitment to the rule of law sets an example for the world.' In fact, Trump, as well as some of his supporters, has used that perception in an attempt to convince his political base that both indictments are politically motivated. One of Trump's congressional supporters, Jim Jordan, a Republican...
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