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Cohen’s remarks highlight the growing fear that Trump could use his influence to target political rivals and critics. “How many people has he turned around and said that these are people that I intend to go after if I have the ability to?” Cohen continued, raising the specter of authoritarian retribution.
One of the key concerns Cohen raised was the Supreme Court’s recent decision regarding presidential immunity. He warned that this ruling could embolden Trump even further. “The worst is the Supreme Court’s recent decision that gave him immunity, presidential immunity,” Cohen said, implying that Trump might now believe he is untouchable. “Now he thinks it is not only can I do whatever I want, but I can’t even be prosecuted, a get-out-of-jail-free card,” Cohen added.
The concept of a president operating without fear of legal consequences is a troubling notion for Cohen and many others who oppose Trump. Cohen’s remarks suggest that Trump’s return to the Oval Office could be marked by unchecked authority and personal vendettas.
When Wallace asked Cohen directly if he would leave the country if Trump won, he responded, “I have no choice.” Cohen elaborated, saying that his fear extends beyond himself to those close to him. “I don’t know how it is going to work as far as dealing with my wife and my children,” Cohen said, indicating the personal cost of his decision to flee. While he expressed a desire to protect his family, Cohen made it clear that he doesn’t intend to uproot them completely: “I certainly don’t want them moving to where I’m looking to go.”
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Cohen’s drastic plan underscores the severity of his concerns about Trump’s potential second term. He fears for his safety and the safety of others who have spoken out against Trump. His grim outlook points to a future where political dissent could be met with harsh consequences, and high-profile critics could face severe retaliation.
Cohen didn’t just express concern for himself and his family; he also issued a stark warning to Trump’s current supporters. He suggested that those who have hitched their political fortunes to Trump are making a dangerous bet. “So they think that they are going to hitch themselves to his wagon in hopes that they are going to elevate themselves whether it is in power, through money, through connections and so forth, it does not work that way,” Cohen said.
He drew a chilling comparison between Trump and authoritarian leaders, implying that those who grow too close to power could find themselves in danger. “He will not allow that, and just like Putin, once you start to get too big for your own britches, people will start flying out of windows, they will end up in gulags,” Cohen warned, referencing infamous incidents where Russian dissidents have met mysterious fates.
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Cohen’s reference to Trump’s past remarks further amplified his warning. He noted that Trump has casually suggested sending people to prison without trial. “As Donald says all the time, send them to Gitmo, send them to Guantanamo Bay,” Cohen remarked.
Michael Cohen’s interview with Nicolle Wallace painted a bleak picture of what a second Trump presidency could look like. His claims about seeking a foreign passport and changing his identity are a testament to the fear and uncertainty that some in the political world feel about the prospect of Trump regaining power. Cohen’s harsh words serve as a warning to both Trump’s critics and allies alike: in his eyes, no one is safe if Trump wins in 2024. Whether or not his fears are warranted, Cohen’s stark assessment of the future has certainly added another layer of intrigue and concern to the ongoing political discourse.
