Presidential Commemorative Mug Shot Day
Shared By Peter Boykin – American Political Commentator / Citizen Journalist
Presidential Commemorative Mug Shot Day
It’s Mug Shot Day
Former President Donald Trump was recently arrested in Georgia, marking a historic event as he became the first former President to take a mugshot. The incident took place at the Fulton County Jail, with Trump being booked, fingerprinted, and photographed for his mugshot. He is facing charges related to contesting the outcomes of the 2020 election as brought forward by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
In response to his arrest, Trump expressed his feelings to Newsmax, acknowledging the unpleasantness of the experience. He mentioned his unfamiliarity with the term “mug shot” and commented on the situation, labeling it as a concerning development within the justice system.
The act of taking a mugshot should be considered with gravity, as it reflects a significant moment in American politics. Notably, public figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Frank Sinatra, Rosa Parks, and Elvis have also had well-known mugshots that gained iconic status. Trump’s mugshot could potentially elevate his status in a similar manner.
Considering the broader context, Trump faced his first indictment in New York, as reported by The New York Times on March 30. Interestingly, despite the legal challenges he has encountered, his polling average saw an increase from 45.9% to 55.4%, indicating that his support has grown since the initial charges.
In an unexpected turn, Trump made a notable return to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), breaking his silence since his ban on January 8, 2021. He shared a link to his website along with his mugshot, accompanied by the caption “NEVER SURRENDER!”
Furthermore, there have been announcements of an investigation by the House Judiciary Committee into DA Fani Willis and her motivations behind prosecuting Trump.
(Source: The National Pulse, Newsmax)
