Why it is hard for the Executive to disobey the judiciary

An excellent thread from Dilan Esper.  Excerpt:

I have pointed out already that Elon Musk has massive economic interests in cases currently before the federal courts. That is reason enough he would have to obey an order or resign if Trump demanded he not do so. A federal court could default him on those suits.

But more generally federal courts can issue writs that can be levied on bank accounts and properties. These could effectively freeze the assets of ANY noncompliant government official. Yes, even the President. And no, President Trump couldn’t order then unfrozen.

There is more at the link.  Retweeted by Alex T.