Ty Cobb
Republican Former Administration
Summary
Former White House lawyer who later called Trump a threat to democracy and said he was the greatest threat the country has faced.
In Their Own Words
Key Statements
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Trump is a 'deeply wounded narcissist' and a threat to democracy.
Interview after classified documents indictment
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There is no question that he obstructed justice. It's not a close question.
On Trump's handling of classified documents
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He's the greatest threat this country has ever faced.
Interview warning about a second Trump term
Timeline
July 31, 2017
Joined White House as Special Counsel
Hired to handle Russia probe
May 2, 2018
Left White House
Resigned from position
June 13, 2023
Called Trump a threat to democracy
Spoke out after classified documents indictment
October 9, 2024
Called Trump the greatest threat the country has faced
Warned about a second term
Why This Matters
Credibility & Background
Positions Held
- White House Special Counsel (2017-2018)
- Partner, Hogan Lovells
- Federal prosecutor
Analysis
Reasons for Opposition
- 01 Called Trump a threat to democracy
- 02 Said Trump obstructed justice in the documents case
- 03 Called Trump the greatest threat the country has faced
Documentation
Sources
News June 13, 2023
Ty Cobb calls Trump a threat to democracy, says he obstructed justice
https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/13/politics/ty-cobb-trump-documents-indictment/index.html
News October 9, 2024
Ty Cobb: Trump is the greatest threat this country has ever faced
https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/09/politics/ty-cobb-trump-greatest-threat/index.html
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