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Holding Him Accountable: Is Trump too Big To Fail?
A chunk of Americans have placed all-in bets on Trump. Prosecutors are gambling that their efforts to hold him accountable will not cost them.
In the aftermath of the January 6th Capitol riot, many Americans were left wondering if former President Donald Trump would be held accountable for his role in inciting the violence.
Despite a second impeachment trial, Trump was ultimately acquitted by the Senate, leaving some to wonder if he is simply too big to fail.
The concept of being “too big to fail” originated in the world of finance, where it was used to describe financial institutions that were considered so large and interconnected that their failure would have catastrophic consequences for the economy. In recent years, however, the phrase has taken on a broader meaning, referring to individuals or organizations that are seen as too important or powerful to be held accountable for their actions.
Donald Trump is certainly a powerful figure, with a dedicated base of supporters who are blindly loyal to him.
