Letitia James slams Trump as ‘ignorant’ and ‘stupid,’ vows legal battle over every ‘illegal’ executive order
New York Attorney General Letitia James delivered a blistering critique of former President Donald Trump during a recent civil rights event honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. In her impassioned speech, James vowed to legally challenge any “illegal executive orders” Trump might issue, declaring: “Donald Trump, I’m not afraid of you.”
The attorney general, who has previously clashed with Trump in court, accused him of embodying what she called “sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity” – a phrase that drew particular attention.
James framed her promised legal actions as part of a broader defense of civil rights and democratic values, invoking Dr. King’s concept of the “stone of hope” to describe her determination to oppose what she views as threats to justice.
James also connected her remarks to current debates about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, arguing that attacks on such programs threaten not just racial justice but broader issues like parental leave and disability rights.
Her comments reflect the ongoing political and legal battles between progressive state officials and the Trump administration, with James positioning herself as a key figure in the resistance to Trump’s policies.
The attorney general’s fiery rhetoric underscores the continued tensions between Trump and his legal opponents, even as both sides prepare for potential future confrontations in court. James made clear she views her role as both a legal protector and challenger against what she considers political overreach.
