Investigating the Likelihood of Trump Selling Top Secret Documents Recovered from Mar-A-Lago

The news about missing top secret documents from the 48 empty folders recovered from Mar-A-Lago has sparked a considerable amount of speculation. It is highly unlikely that President Trump sold these documents. According to reported information, the documents were reportedly missing from the folders before they were even sent to the resort. Moreover, there is no evidence suggesting that President Trump had any access to these documents, thus making the selling theory almost implausible.

Possible Theories and Speculations

While there is considerable mystery surrounding the documents, it is worth exploring other possible theories. For instance, the article here provides a detailed account and perspective on the matter. Some speculations lean towards the idea that the documents were not sold by President Trump, but rather, that they were tampered with or pretended to be missing to conceal sensitive information.

Moreover, the title of the WaPo article speaks for itself, indicating skepticism towards the notion that such high-level documents would be easily or effectively traded or disseminated.

Federal Involvement and Background Checks

While focusing on the documents themselves, it is also pertinent to consider the security and background checks in place at Mar-A-Lago. It is well-known that since Trump became president, foreign operatives have infiltrated his properties including Mar-A-Lago. The lack of extensive background checks on housekeeping, maintenance, and groundskeeping personnel could facilitate the unauthorized removal of sensitive documents.

Furthermore, Trump's recorded statements and actions around the “11000” documents are often cited as evidence of misuse. In a recording related to terminating the Cannon injunction in the Federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the DOJ lawyer speculated that Trump had taken the documents because they were about him. Additionally, the lawyer mentioned that Trump likely violated the Espionage Act over 100 times.

The fact that Trump never presented evidence of the DOJ violating his rights or admitted to wrongdoing further complicates the situation. In his defense, Trump claims that he wanted to bury the “ugly truth” about his presidency. This suggests a pattern of behavior driven by a desire to maintain a favorable public image.

Conclusion and Reflection

While it is essential to investigate the circumstances around the missing documents, the likelihood of Trump selling them is low. The broader issue of security and the veracity of his actions during his presidency are paramount.

From a legal perspective, the principle of accountability and the rule of law are fundamental. As a nation, we must ensure that there is equal justice under the law, and that those in power, including former presidents, are subject to the same legal standards.

It is important to engage in thoughtful and evidence-based discussions rather than resorting to conjecture or misinformation.