Trump knew exactly what he was doing in inciting the January 6th mob. Exactly. He had just seen how easily his words and actions inspire violence in Michigan. He sent a clear message to his supporters. He encouraged planning and conspiracies to take over Capitol buildings and threaten public officials who refuse to bow down to his political will.
Raskin argues that Trump's incitement was a deliberate act that led to violence, drawing parallels to previous incidents in Michigan.
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