Arrrr! The Trumpster ought to be namin' his vice president and cabinet afore the mornin' tide sets sail!
2024-01-09
Avast ye! Captain Trump be thinkin' o' namin' his loyal first mate soon, then shoutin' from the mast 'bout those he be considerin' for vital ship positions. Yo-ho-ho, politics be a jolly game indeed!
In this humorous and lighthearted article, the author, Hugh Hewitt, welcomes readers to his column, "Morning Glory." He explains that he will be discussing the issues surrounding the upcoming 2024 election, which he also covers on his radio show. Hewitt shares that if former President Trump secures the GOP nomination, he should immediately enter campaign mode to make news and set an agenda for the months ahead.One tactic Hewitt suggests for Trump is to repeat and expand on the innovation of his 2016 campaign by releasing lists. Trump's previous list of potential Supreme Court nominees was successful in engaging base voters and reassuring conservatives of his commitment to conservative judges. Hewitt suggests that Trump should release monthly lists of potential appointees for crucial positions, such as Secretary of Defense, to highlight the failures of the Biden Administration's appointees.
Hewitt argues that previewing his second term personnel would attract new supporters and refocus attention on the Biden years' failures. He also mentions that Trump should consider six potential VP choices, all of whom bring seriousness, national security expertise, and electoral advantages to the ticket.
The author acknowledges the argument that naming potential appointees could be seen as promising office in exchange for support, but he believes that Trump is simply informing the public rather than seeking support from those named. He cites a legal provision that does not bar Trump from sharing his intended cabinet members.
In conclusion, Hewitt humorously shares his background as a prominent journalist and radio show host. He mentions his focus on constitutional law, national security, politics, and even his interest in the Cleveland Browns and Guardians. He notes that his column previews the lead story for his radio show that day.