As Donald Trump gears up for a possible return to the White House, many are bracing for what could be a fierce political battle. With Trump vowing to use government power against his political foes, including prosecutors and January 6 committee members, some worry about the consequences. A new, chilling chapter is being written, and it sounds eerily familiar to what one man went through back in the Nixon era.
Sid Davidoff, a New York attorney, knows firsthand what it’s like to end up on an “enemies list.” In 1973, while working for New York City Mayor John Lindsay during the Watergate hearings, Davidoff found himself number 12 on Richard Nixon’s infamous list. At first, it felt almost like a badge of honor. But soon, things took a dark turn.
The IRS came knocking, claiming he owed hundreds of thousands in taxes. Then, the New York Attorney General accused him of embezzlement. His life quickly spiraled as government agents showed up at the doorsteps of his friends and family. It was a nightmare he never saw coming.
Davidoff warns that the stakes are even higher now. With Trump’s political influence and loyalty to his supporters, anyone on his “enemies list” could face severe consequences, and they might not be as lucky as Davidoff, whose case was eventually dismissed.
So, as Trump eyes a potential second term, many are left wondering: Will history repeat itself, but this time with even harsher consequences?
