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Federal Judge slams Trump’s DOJ for ‘genuine issues of misconduct’ in James Comey indictment 
MSNBC· 2025-11-17 23:42
Our indictments speak powerfully in court. If you don't believe us, just look at the response that the Eastern District of Virginia under Lindseay Haligan did to James Comey and look at the notes and publication of evidence. That's the type of material we have. But we have to safeguard our prosecutions because the ultimate accountability is with the verdict in a jury room. >> For ones, we agree with Cash Patel. Hi again, everybody. It's 5:00 now in New York. Meaning a strict new deadline just passed moments ...
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Nick Szabo· 2025-11-13 23:12
RT Auron MacIntyre (@AuronMacintyre)If you're a conservative in the US radical leftist terrorists can attack you as a mob and the police will arrest you as you are mocked for being whiteDon't tell me about rule of law in the USThere is no rule of law ...
‘Spreading immunity to friends’: Outrage growing over Trump’s pardons of allies and friends
MSNBC· 2025-11-11 22:46
Donald Trump just issued a blank check to break the law in the name of Donald Trump. He is telling his supporters, "Do what you have to do in support of Donald Trump. I've got your back. You won't have to suffer the consequences that the law carries." It's really very chilling in this environment to think about what this could license these folks to do in the future. >> Hi again, everybody. It's now 5:00 in New York. Each pardon Donald Trump hands out, he's sending that message loud and clear to his support ...
WARNING! After 2025 loss, Trump planning future coup, says his WH lawyer from 1st term
MSNBC· 2025-11-11 20:56
Here's a story that won't go away because Donald Trump keeps siding with convicts and seditionists and would be cool leaders and people who attack police over your United States government. New pardons to about 77 people who were involved one way or the other in some plot or effort to overturn Trump's 2020 laws. It includes names you know like Rudy Giuliani who has faced bankruptcy and over a hund00 million in defamation fines for this.Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows who was indicted in Georg ...
Trump loyalists push ‘Grand Conspiracy’ as the Justice Department ramps up attacks on rule of law
MSNBC· 2025-11-10 22:40
Department of Justice in Trump 2.0% is now run exactly how Trump wanted it run in 1.0% by loyalists, people who are willing to embrace and act on unsubstantiated in many instances fringe conspiracy theories to pursue for investigation and prosecution Donald Trump's political enemies. As we have covered and discussed, a federal prosecutor in Florida is now pursuing long talked about charges of some quote grand conspiracy. that's their word for it against Trump's adversaries. That prosecutor has issued more t ...
'Silence for me is intolerable’: Federal judge resigns over Trump's threats to rule of law 
MSNBC· 2025-11-10 22:10
The battle to salvage whatever it is that remains of the rule of law in America. It just may go down as one of those shots heard around the world. And the news wasn't extraordinary because of what he was doing and retiring. It is how he did it. After 40 years on the bench, a federal judge appointed by Ronald Reagan with decades of experience overseeing criminal cases of mobsters and lawmakers alike is retiring from the bench so that he can sound the alarm and take a stand against Donald Trump's assault on t ...
NYC Comptroller: Trump helped ICE turn Manhattan courthouse into an ‘abduction trap’
MSNBC· 2025-11-09 20:18
Immigration Enforcement Practices - The report highlights a discrepancy between the perception of undocumented migrants avoiding law enforcement and the reality of many appearing in court for routine immigration checks [1] - ICE agents are conducting immigration raids at 26 Federal Plaza, targeting individuals who willingly appear in court for their hearings [5][6] - The strategy at 26 Federal Plaza is described as "easy pickings," contrasting with more aggressive raids in other cities [4] - Undocumented immigrants who show up for immigration court hearings are being arrested by ICE agents immediately after their court appearances [6] - The report describes the holding cells at 26 Federal Plaza as potentially unconstitutional and inhumane, with overcrowded conditions and inadequate facilities [8] - A US District Court judge ordered ICE to improve the conditions for detainees at 26 Federal Plaza [9] Legal and Ethical Concerns - The practice of arresting immigrants after court appearances is described as a "trap" and an "abduction trap," deterring people from attending court [9] - The report questions the legality and ethics of arresting individuals who are following legal procedures and seeking asylum [7][19] - The government's actions contradict the rule of law, as individuals are arrested after receiving a court date and seemingly having an agreement with the government [20][21] Community Response and Support - Individuals and organizations are encouraged to attend federal court hearings to bear witness, inform people of their rights, and provide support [12][13][27] - There is a need for more lawyers to file habeas corpus motions to challenge detentions in federal court [23] - Organizations like New Sanctuary Coalition, Immigrant Arc, and Jews for Racial and Economic Justice are organizing people to support immigrants [26]
‘Tug of War’: Trump’s Justice Department agenda of revenge and retribution reaches a fever pitch 
MSNBC· 2025-10-31 21:08
Personnel Changes and Political Influence - A veteran FBI official, Aaron Tap, was reportedly pushed out for investigating Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election [1][2] - The removal of Aaron Tap is seen as another instance of eroding the rule of law and constitutional norms within the Justice Department and the FBI [10] - Cash Patel is accused of carrying out purges within the FBI, targeting individuals involved in investigations related to Donald Trump [17] Investigations and Legal Matters - Senate Republicans released documents, including subpoenas, related to investigations into Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election [2][4] - These documents revealed that investigators looked at the records of members of Congress tied to Donald Trump's efforts [4][5] - New York Attorney General Letitia James is challenging a Justice Department investigation into her office's civil fraud case against Donald Trump [5] - The Justice Department's investigation is focused on whether Letitia James' office violated Donald Trump's rights or the rights of others [6] Criticism and Silence - Former officials are commenting on the erosion of the rule of law and constitutional norms on a near-daily basis [10] - Former FBI Director Christopher Ray and other former officials are criticized for their silence in defending the actions of the FBI during their tenures [19]
MAGA nightmare: Trump prosecutor Jack Smith fights back, demands to testify UNDER OATH
MSNBC· 2025-10-23 23:28
Former special counsel Jack Smith, who indicted Trump twice, wants the public to hear his story. Today, Smith's lawyers requesting he testify in open hearings, citing the quote, "any mischaracterizations of Smith's criminal probes and to Trump. " Smith's team also requesting assurance from the DOJ that he will not be punished for answering questions under oath. During his time as special counsel, Jack Smith only made public appearances when necessary. Now, the famously tight lip Smith is speaking up and he ...
Raskin breaks down Trump's CORRUPT SCHEME to pay himself $230 million taxpayer dollars
MSNBC· 2025-10-23 04:20
Legal & Ethical Concerns - The report highlights concerns about potential conflicts of interest, as individuals who previously served as personal lawyers for the former president are now in positions to decide on matters related to him [2] - The report suggests the former president is seeking \$230 million from taxpayers, which is viewed as an exorbitant amount, especially considering that punitive damages may not be allowed under the relevant statute [3][4][12] - The report raises constitutional questions regarding the president receiving money beyond his official salary, citing Article 2, Section 1, Clause 7 of the Constitution [5] - The report alleges potential violations of the Foreign Emoluments Clause, referencing a \$400 million airplane gift from Qatar [7][15] - The report suggests a lack of transparency, implying that settlements and payments could be kept secret [8][9] Political Implications - The report characterizes the former president's actions as a "bulldozer" against the Constitution and the rule of law [5] - The report criticizes the administration for allegedly prioritizing the interests of billionaires and CEOs while cutting healthcare and nutrition programs for families [11][12] - The report suggests the administration is engaging in business deals with corrupt foreign leaders [17][18] Procedural Irregularities - The report claims that major construction or renovation of the White House is being done without going through the proper congressional process [14] - The report indicates that existing statutes may not adequately address the alleged violations of constitutional principles [15]