‘Making his way down a to-do list’: Nicolle reacts to Trump’s DOJ’s effort to charge John Bolton

Legal & Political Analysis - Former national security advisor John Bolton is expected to face a complaint or indictment related to improperly kept classified information, potentially fueling perceptions of political retribution [1][2][3] - The speed of the Bolton case is alarming, as the original classification authority determination, normally a months-long process, may have been expedited by White House intervention [7][8] - The case raises questions about vindictive prosecution, especially given the president's open statements about wanting certain individuals prosecuted [16][17] - The Justice Department's actions are being scrutinized to determine if they are based on the law or influenced by political motivations [15][16] Key Figures & Context - John Bolton, a former national security advisor and critic of Donald Trump, previously faced scrutiny from Bill Barr regarding his book publication [9][10][12] - The acting US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia allegedly did not notify the main Justice Department about the Leticia James indictment, implying external influence [6] - The investigation into Bolton's book, "The Room Where It Happens," was previously dropped by Meritt Garland's Justice Department after a change in administrations [13]