Will Trump Take Revenge?

The current murmur in Democratic circles is one of apprehension, a collective holding of the breath. It seems some of the liberal talking heads in both politics and the mainstream media are worried that after an unrelenting barrage of lawsuits, investigations, and a media circus that barely came up for air, Trump might, upon a return to power, look to “settle the score.” Or, as the more dramatic might say, “take revenge.”

But isn’t that telling? If they’re so worried about payback, perhaps they’re aware that their tactics, well… weren’t exactly fair play. Let’s face it: revenge isn’t on Trump’s to-do list, he will be far too busy making America great again (again) but who could blame him for wanting to make sure this never happens to another candidate?

And oh, what a journey it’s been! Let’s take a stroll down memory lane and revisit the many, many things the Democratic machine has thrown Trump’s way. Pop some popcorn; it’s a long list.

The Endless Legal Gauntlet

It all started with investigations, lawsuits, hoaxes, and allegations, and then more of each. You’d think Trump had a penchant for stumbling upon banana peels with the sheer number of times the left took him to court.

Here’s a greatest hits list of their most well-worn strategies:

1. The Russia Investigation: Ah, the one that started it all. The Democratic obsession with finding a Russia connection was like a two-year sequel that kept promising a thrilling reveal, but never delivered. After millions of dollars and countless headlines, it turned out there wasn’t a smoking gun—just a whole lot of smoke and mirrors. Can anyone forget the “golden shower” nonsense?
2. The Ukraine Call Impeachment: Impeachment #1 (yes, there were two!) was over a phone call with Ukraine’s president. Democrats argued it was “abuse of power”; Trump argued it was just a call about corruption. The result? Yet another prolonged national drama that left most Americans wondering if they had missed something important. Nope, it was all a huge nothingburger.
3. Stormy Daniels Lawsuit: Nothing says “political strategy” quite like digging into a candidate’s alleged past with a porn star. This lawsuit had more drama than a soap opera and, predictably, ended up as a media frenzy and a big question mark.
4. The Second Impeachment: Because once wasn’t enough, impeachment #2 came fast and furious after the events of January 6th. Despite knowing the numbers in the Senate, the Democrats went full steam ahead, aiming for a historical asterisk on Trump’s presidency.
5. Tax Returns Battle: If you’d been following the left’s pursuit of Trump’s tax returns, you’d think it was the Ark of the Covenant. After years of legal wrangling, they finally got them—only to realize they weren’t all that surprising.
6. Classified Documents Case: Accusations around classified documents at Mar-a-Lago sparked an FBI raid and countless “gotcha” headlines. But after all the commotion, it turned out that Trump wasn’t the only one to make a few filing errors. Biden was deemed to be basically too old and feeble to prosecute for storing classified documents from his Senate years in his garage. While Trump rightfully argued as president he had the authority to reclassify said documents, it was an outright felon for Senator Joe Biden to remove any such document from its rightful place in the Capitol Building.
7. The January 6th Investigations: With committees, commissions, and endless primetime hearings, Democrats made sure January 6th would be front and center. But for many Americans, the question remains whether it was a tragedy or a weaponized talking point.

Now, here’s the ironic part: all these lawsuits, impeachments, and investigations may have left Trump looking dirtier, but they’ve also made him seem, to many, like a man besieged. To the dismay of his opponents, it turned him into a political martyr for his base – and beyond. Turns out, being persecuted “by the man” doesn’t sit well with any American demographic.

And now Democrats are concerned that a man they’ve treated like public enemy #1 might—gasp—not be thrilled with them? If they’re so worried, it might just be an admission that, deep down, they know they went overboard.

Remember When Democrats Wanted to Kill the Filibuster?

The Democratic Party has a love-hate relationship with the filibuster. When it stood in their way, it was the “relic of a racist past.” But now that it might be the last shield standing between them and, say, a hypothetical Trump administration with a score to settle, the filibuster suddenly seems, shall we say, charmingly old-fashioned?

Eliminating the filibuster seemed like a great idea—until the prospect of a future administration under Trump’s guidance (or anyone else’s, really) started looking like a reality. Now, the filibuster might be the only thing keeping certain Democrats from a very uncomfortable legislative session.

The Media Megaphone – Sound Familiar?

It’s no secret that the mainstream media has largely supported Democratic narratives. If you’re a news junkie, you may have noticed the eerily synchronized headlines across networks—“Trump is a threat to democracy,” “Republicans are dangerous,” “MAGA equals hate.” The exact same message, phrased in the exact same way, across thousands of media outlets. It’s almost as if there was a script going out each morning. And with liberal media outlets outnumbering conservative ones by a wide margin, you can’t say it didn’t have an effect…just not the effect at the ballot box Democrats were banking on.

Ironically, the Democrats have been vocal about wanting to shut down conservative media, especially with increased calls for “misinformation” crackdowns. Strange how these few conservative outlets wield such alarming power in their eyes. Funny how it’s the media with less airtime and fewer platforms that they want to quiet down.

The Democrats’ media blitz was designed to sway public opinion, to convince Americans of a singular narrative. Yet, as the saying goes, “When a mouse laughs at a cat, there’s always a hole nearby.” And in this case, the “hole” is the realization that, despite all the messaging, not everyone bought it. The public saw through the monolithic media portrayal, and the Democratic tactic of dragging Trump’s reputation through the mud hasn’t convinced nearly as many people as they’d hoped.

Revenge or Reform? Trump’s Likely Plan

Now, let’s be real: Trump, ever the showman, has plenty he could say about how he’s been treated. And he’d likely find satisfaction in seeing the Democratic machine exposed for its strategies. But revenge? That might not be on his agenda. After all, he’s got a country to run and voters that expects him to deliver results, not settle personal scores.

Rather than focus on personal vendettas, Trump is far more likely to push for reforms that prevent the kinds of politically motivated attacks he’s faced from being repeated in the future. His focus might be on making sure that candidates—on both sides of the aisle—don’t become targets of endless investigations and media vilification campaigns simply because they hold opposing views.

The Real Takeaway: The Democratic Machine Overplayed Its Hand

In their relentless pursuit to vilify Trump, the Democrats may have unintentionally fortified him and his supporters. By pouring resources into lawsuits, investigations, and media narratives, they hoped to dismantle his influence. Instead, they’ve arguably strengthened it, presenting Trump as a man who survived the onslaught of an entire political machine.

And now, with a touch of irony, it’s the Democrats who are worried. They’re left pondering the repercussions of their strategies and considering the legacy of their choices. In their attempt to destroy Trump, they may have created a political legend.