A former fundraiser for then-President Obama has come to the defense of former President Trump regarding the $464 million bond imposed on him by a New York judge. The fundraiser suggested that the state of New York may be attempting to cause harm to Trump in the event that he wins his appeal.
Following the order from Judge Arthur Engoron, Trump was instructed to pay a $464 million bond before his appeal, or risk facing potential liens or property seizures as threatened by New York Democratic Attorney General Letitia James.
Don Peebles, a Miami Beach real estate developer, expressed his belief that the situation could be a tactic to disrupt Trump's presidential campaign and inflict personal harm on him before any future legal proceedings take place. Peebles, who has been a supporter of James in the past, emphasized that the enforcement of this law without a clear victim sets a dangerous precedent.
Peebles argued that the bond requirement is not related to concerns about Trump being a flight risk, but rather a means for the state of New York to exert damage on Trump while they have the opportunity. He suggested that the rush to impose such a significant bond indicates a desire to cause maximum harm to Trump before any potential reversal of the decision.
Despite being in the same industry as Trump, Peebles highlighted differences between them, including past disagreements over Obama's birthplace. Peebles also criticized President Biden, urging the Democratic Party to move forward from their current nominee.
In conclusion, Peebles raised concerns about the selective enforcement of laws and the potential motives behind the substantial bond imposed on Trump. He called for a fair appeals process and expressed skepticism about the true intentions behind the legal actions taken against the former president.
