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1. f you say you need the help to run for president, for the good of the country...

Sat Feb 1, 2020, 01:12 PM

Feb 2020

then yes, there is now legal precedent that this is a legitimate defense.

Hint: Don't try it. It only applies to Kings.

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can I now rob a bank [View all] edhopper Feb 2020 OP

You probably can, but should not. MineralMan Feb 2020 #2

YEP! cilla4progress Feb 2020 #3

Do you read Andy Borowitz's satire column? Ohiogal Feb 2020 #4

Well ... you're not a Republican. mr_lebowski Feb 2020 #5

I guess if it's in the public's interest... 2naSalit Feb 2020 #6

Only if you can get your trial in the US Senate ... CloudWatcher Feb 2020 #7

For Presidents only lame54 Feb 2020 #9

Only if you're a Republican running for reelection world wide wally Feb 2020 #10

Can I work with the judge presiding regarding my defense? Iliyah Feb 2020 #11

Mo' money. Mo' money. That's a good reason to Repukes. LakeArenal Feb 2020 #14

I'll help in the cover up. You can pay me later. 42bambi Feb 2020 #15

And just who do you think you are? ooky Feb 2020 #16