"But for" rule...

[kentuck]

In regards to the criticisms of Liz Cheney and the work of the J6 Committee, it should be asked would any of the alleged crimes have been committed "but for" the actions and words of Donald Trump?

Was it wrong to put too much focus on Donald Trump?
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but for rule

n. one of several tests to determine if a defendant is responsible for a particular happening. In this test, was there any other cause, or would it have occurred "but for" the defendant's actions? Example: "But for" defendant Drivewild's speeding, the car would not have gone out of control, and therefore the defendant is responsible. This is shorthand for whether the action was the "proximate cause" of the damage.

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[Walleye]

1. I thought the same thing about Ashli Babbitt. When her mom spoke up. But for Donald Trump

Donald Trump not conceding the presidency like an American is supposed to