The presumption of innocence is a fundamental tenet of the justice system in the United States. At least, it was.
The phrase “innocent until proven guilty” is something every American has heard uttered throughout their lifetime. It is a legal principle that puts the burden of proof on the prosecution to prove that the accused is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
As with many fundamental norms in the justice system, Democrats eschew such basic rights when it comes to their political opponents.
Representative Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), in responding to the indictment against Donald Trump, ripped that mask off and suggested the former President must now “prove innocence.”
“The Grand Jury has acted upon the facts and the law,” Pelosi said in a statement.
“No one is above the law, and everyone has the right to a trial to prove innocence. Hopefully, the former President will peacefully respect the system, which grants him that right.”
Read that again – Trump now has a “right to a trial to prove innocence.” That’s not how that works, you ignorant buffoon.
The Grand Jury has acted upon the facts and the law.
No one is above the law, and everyone has the right to a trial to prove innocence.
Hopefully, the former President will peacefully respect the system, which grants him that right.
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