More than 100 former high-ranking DOJ officials from both Democratic and Republican administrations have signed on to a brief filed yesterday opposing what they call a retaliatory and vindictive prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey. It reads in part, quote, "The indictment of Comey was not an exercise of the even-handed judgment of a disinterested prosecutor acting free from personal bias, partisan animist, or divided loyalties. Instead, it represented an act of personal retribution by the preside ...

Arez Ruvanei was on his way up. He was an attorney in the Department of Justice who was so effective defending President Trump's first term immigration policy that he was promoted right away in Trump's second term. But Ruvane's 15-year Justice Department career ended suddenly after he says he witnessed government lawyers lying in court and evading orders of a judge.These last few months have been a time of upheaval in the Justice Department. Now Ruane's claims are raising concern in courtrooms across the co ...

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Political Interference & Rule of Law - Allegations of the Department of Justice (DOJ) being influenced by the President to prosecute political opponents are raised [8][9] - Concerns are voiced about the potential abuse of power to target critics and opponents, drawing parallels with autocratic regimes [3][4] - The report highlights a shift in DOJ's approach, suggesting a departure from traditional rules and nonpartisan staff [6][12] - The appointment of a new, inexperienced prosecutor is seen as a means to pursue cases previously deemed unsuitable [12] Actions Against Individuals - Specific individuals like Leticia James, James Comey, and Adam Schiff are mentioned as targets of potential investigations or charges [1][2][9] - The report questions the legal basis and motivations behind these actions, suggesting they are politically driven [8][9][11] Civil Liberties & Federal Overreach - Concerns are raised about the deployment of federal agents and troops across US streets, with some judges limiting these powers [5][14] - ICE tactics, including actions near a church and the detention of a Marine's parents, are drawing scrutiny and criticism [15][16][17] Public Reaction & Opposition - Despite potential self-censorship due to fear, there is growing opposition to these actions from various figures, including Joe Rogan, MTG, and President Obama [18][20] - The report suggests that these actions are unpopular, even within the President's own team [6]

Privacy Concerns - The industry expresses concern over the potential for financial doxing due to on-chain transparency [1] - The industry highlights the risk of exposing one's entire financial life through on-chain transactions [1] - The industry warns against potential abuse of power and privacy violations, referencing examples like the UK and Canadian truckers [1] Security Risks - The industry questions the potential negative consequences of widespread financial data exposure [1]

More Americans are about to feel the pain of the government shutdown. The Washington Post reports that while the president ordered the Pentagon to repurpose research and development funding to make payroll for members of the military who were set to miss their first paycheck Wednesday, civilian employees won't see the same treatment. Even Vice President JD Vance acknowledged the pain this morning on Fox.But the longer this goes on, the deeper the cuts are going to be. And Maria, to be clear, some of these c ...

Privacy & Security - Privacy is not about concealing wrongdoing, but about preventing abuse of power [1] - The argument "I don't care about privacy, I'm not doing anything wrong" is flawed because it ignores the potential for abuse of power by authoritarian regimes [1] - Many individuals blacklisted, silenced, or imprisoned under authoritarian regimes are not necessarily doing anything wrong [1]

Government & Legal - The report highlights the Trump administration's expanded use of militarized federal forces in American cities, particularly in places perceived as opposition [2][6][7] - Legal challenges are being mounted by states like Illinois, Oregon, and California against the federal government's deployment of guard troops across state lines [17] - A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of constitutional law over martial law [8][17][18] Political & Social Commentary - The report suggests the administration's actions are perceived as partisan targeting and an abuse of power, potentially normalizing the use of the military to quell protests and enforce a political agenda [6][7][13][14] - Concerns are raised about the potential for a gradual erosion of democratic norms, leading to a situation where militarized forces become commonplace [19][20] - The use of federal force is not uniform across the country, raising questions about whether it is being applied selectively in areas perceived as opposition [6][7] Military & Law Enforcement - The report mentions the potential deployment of the Army's 82nd Airborne, an infantry division typically used in combat zones, within the United States [9] - Federal agents are shown using tear gas and other crowd control methods against protesters, raising concerns about the appropriate use of force [3][5] - The report notes that the military is legally restricted from patrolling American citizens, but the Trump administration has at times seemed to disregard this restriction [15]

Political Commentary & Legal Concerns - Allegations of abuse of power exceeding Watergate and J Edgar Hoover eras [1] - Claims of violating the Constitution, separation of powers, and the First Amendment [1] - Calls for a full investigation into those involved, including who knew, ordered, and approved actions [1] - Demand for prosecution of anyone who violated the law [1] Specific Accusations - Accusations of spying on Catholic churches [1] - Accusations of prosecuting pro-lifers [1] - Accusations of deploying the FBI against parents at school board meetings [1] - Accusations of attempting to tap the phones of political enemies [1] Call to Action - Emphasis on restoring the rule of law to save the country [1]

Legal & Sentencing - Shawn Diddy Combs received a 4-year federal prison sentence for abusing power and control with women [1] - The sentencing occurred 3 months after Combs' conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution; he was acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering [3] - The defense requested a 14-month sentence, highlighting Combs' remorse and rehabilitation efforts [3] - Prosecutors sought an 11-year sentence, citing a lack of accountability and referencing letters from victims [5] - Combs will serve just over 3 years in federal prison after time served, with potential reduction for good behavior [7] Personal & Public Image - Combs apologized to his former girlfriends, accepting full responsibility for his actions [2] - Combs' legal team presented an 11-minute video emphasizing his charity work and role as a father [3][4] - Combs' six children provided emotional statements in court, portraying him as a changed man [4] - Prosecutors criticized Combs' planned speaking engagements in Miami as hubris [5] - Upon leaving the courtroom, Combs expressed love and apology to his family [7]