Modest proposal to deal with the Marc Kasowitzs of the word: a “That’s Not Defamation” Declaratory Relief Statute. Here’s how it would work:

Under the statute, the Lincoln Project could send a demand to Kasowitz and the Kushners to withdraw the threat. /1 https://twitter.com/Popehat/status/1319818795557416961

/2 If they don’t withdraw the threat, Lincoln Project can sue under the statute seeking a declaration that the speech is not defamatory. They can bring the equivalent of an anti-SLAPP motion immediately. If they prevail, they get an order that the speech is not defamatory ....

/3 ..AND they get attorney fees collectible from (this is key) either the Kushners or Kasowitz. If the judge finds the threat was frivolous, he or she can impose penalties on top of the fees.

Would make legal threats have consequences.