In yet another melodramatic segment on MSNBC, Nicolle Wallace launched into a full-blown meltdown, accusing President Donald Trump of abandoning “any and all pretense” of being a lawful president and instead embracing the role of an “emperor” operating outside the boundaries of the law. It’s another example of left-wing hysteria over a president who continues to challenge the status quo, but this time, Wallace went over the top in her condemnation.
For context, Wallace’s rant was triggered by Trump’s recent comments on Truth Social, in which he celebrated the teamwork between the House and Senate. Far from acting like an emperor, Trump was outlining a clear and constitutional strategy to advance his America First agenda. “The House and Senate are doing a SPECTACULAR job of working together as one unified, and unbeatable, TEAM,” Trump wrote, highlighting his belief in Congress’ vital role in shaping legislation. His focus was on ensuring that both chambers pass the House Budget to “kickstart” the Reconciliation process, with the end goal of consolidating his priorities into “ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL.” It’s a clear, collaborative call to action—not the behavior of an emperor.
But for Wallace, the mere mention of Trump’s constitutional push was enough to send her into a frenzy. She took issue with the fact that Trump had quoted Napoleon, accusing him of pushing “un-American” and “anti-constitutional” ideas. Wallace referenced an opinion piece from the New York Times, in which Jamelle Bouie lambasted Trump’s use of the quote, “He who saves his country does not violate any law.” Wallace seemed deeply alarmed by this, interpreting it as a dark signal of Trump’s supposed desire for unchecked power. Apparently, quoting Napoleon is now a cardinal sin in Wallace’s book.
What’s perhaps more telling, however, is the glaring contradiction in Wallace’s argument. Trump’s remark, far from advocating lawlessness, is a reflection of his belief that saving the country often requires bold action within the law’s bounds—something the left constantly ignores when they criticize his executive orders. The truth is, President Trump has often emphasized the importance of constitutional checks and balances, including his recent push for Congressional involvement in the legislative process.
Wallace, however, didn’t seem interested in acknowledging that Trump’s agenda is built on reinforcing America’s constitutional framework. Instead, she chose to paint him as an authoritarian, citing his use of Napoleon’s quote as an example of “unlimited” presidential power. Ironically, Wallace failed to mention that the very Supreme Court she references—the one she claims will be forced to rein in Trump—has already weighed in on the scope of presidential authority, particularly in cases involving executive immunity. Far from pushing unchecked power, Trump’s actions have consistently been tested by the courts, and often, they’ve been upheld.
Yet, despite the factual evidence, Wallace concluded her segment by breathlessly predicting that the Supreme Court would “clarify” presidential power in the coming weeks, with a case involving Trump’s authority to fire certain individuals. It’s as if she’s hoping for a court decision that confirms her narrative, rather than acknowledging the reality that Trump’s presidency, from day one, has been relentlessly scrutinized by the judiciary, with checks and balances at work.
In the end, Wallace’s desperate attempts to cast Trump as a tyrant fall flat when confronted with the facts. Trump has always respected the Constitution and worked within its bounds to advance his vision for America. But for those like Wallace, no amount of reality can sway the narrative they’re determined to push. They will continue to portray Trump as an emperor—regardless of the reality of his legal and constitutional approach to governance.
