Congressman Moulton Explains Trump’s Seriousness on Canceling Midterms

Concerns are growing about potential disruptions to the midterm elections following President Donald Trump’s recent remarks regarding election cancellations. Congressman Seth Moulton, a Massachusetts Democrat, has expressed that Trump’s words should be taken seriously in light of recent military actions in Venezuela.

Trump’s Controversial Comments on Midterms

At a House Republican retreat held at the Kennedy Center, Trump jokingly suggested that midterm elections might be canceled. He remarked, “I won’t say ‘Cancel the election,’ because the fake news will say, ‘He wants the elections canceled. He’s a dictator.’” Despite his joking tone, Moulton warns that Trump’s behavior may indicate a troubling trend.

Military Action in Venezuela

Moulton highlighted the implications of Trump’s recent raid in Venezuela, which resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. He stated that this aggressive move could embolden Trump to attempt to disrupt domestic elections. “I would go further and say, most likely scenario [is] that he tries to disrupt the midterms,” Moulton noted.

Political Implications of Trump’s Leadership in Venezuela

After Maduro’s capture, the administration did not appoint a leader from the opposition, prompting skepticism about Trump’s intentions. Instead, he appointed Delcy Rodriguez, a Maduro loyalist, as the interim president. Moulton criticized Trump for overlooking the legitimate democratic choices of the Venezuelan people.

• Nicolás Maduro: Captured in a surprise military operation.
• Delcy Rodriguez: Appointed as interim president of Venezuela.
• Maria Corina Machado: Opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner, overlooked for leadership.

White House Response to Moulton’s Comments

In response to Moulton’s claims, White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson accused him of suffering from “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” a term used to dismiss critics of the president. Jackson’s criticism suggested that Moulton was spreading conspiracy theories.

The Bigger Picture

The potential for Trump to disrupt the upcoming midterms is concerning for many lawmakers. Moulton emphasized the seriousness of Trump’s intentions, noting his history of taking provocative actions. He stated, “If there’s one lesson I’ve learned from Donald Trump, it’s that when he says he’s going to do something bad, he often does something worse.”

With military operations in Venezuela, as well as in countries like Iran and Somalia, Moulton invites scrutiny on how these actions might affect future elections and democracy at home.