We begin this hour with the clear message Donald Trump made during his campaign, which has continued through these last seven months. >> In 2016, I declared, I am your voice. Today, I add, I am your warrior. I am your justice.And for those who have been wronged and betrayed, I am your retribution. I am your retribution. And the first time I had it, you know, you guys were after me.I said I said I had to focus. I was I was the hunted and now I'm the hunter. It's a big difference.>> Perhaps the biggest differ ...

Legal & Judicial - A federal judge denied the Justice Department's request to unseal grand jury transcripts in the Jeffrey Epstein case [1] - The judge cited hearsay nature of the grand jury testimony regarding Jeffrey Epstein's conduct [1] - Possible threats to victim safety and privacy were a factor in the judge's decision [1] - The Justice Department declined to comment on the ruling [2]

People are never going to forget. The problem is, do we have any power? What do we do? You know, what do you do? You I mean, you definitely can change the way you vote. Like, if it comes up again, but the problem is this is a bipartisan issue. Bipartisan. Certainly not a hoax. If Glain Maxwell's in jail, too. She's in jail for sex trafficking. But the question is to who? Who she in who you have to be sex trafficking to someone in order to go to jail, right? So, who how does that work? Never stop asking ques ...

A federal judge denied the Justice Department’s request to unseal grand jury materials from its case against disgraced sex offender Jeffrey Epstein https://t.co/6Rk4R19FUi ...

Investigations and Legal Matters - A special attorney, Ed Martin, is investigating mortgage fraud allegations against Democratic Senator Adam Schiff and New York Attorney General Leticia James [1] - Mike Davis, a Republican lawyer, has been advocating for criminal investigations into prominent Democrats and officials [5] - An ongoing investigation alleges that Leticia James' civil investigations of Trump overvalued properties, leading to a $500 million fine, and there's a push to use a similar charge against figures like Jack Smith or Barack Obama [8] Political Implications - The investigations are perceived as politically motivated and potentially violating constitutional norms [4][10] - There's concern that these investigations could alienate independent and swing voters who prioritize economic issues [13][16][18] - Some believe that excessive investigations against political figures can backfire and mobilize support for them [12][13] Economic Concerns - Voters are primarily concerned with economic issues such as affordable groceries and housing [16][19] - The investigations are seen as a distraction from addressing these economic concerns [14][16] Media and Public Perception - The way the Justice Department is handling these investigations is changing, potentially reminiscent of pre-reform practices [11][10] - There's a discussion about how these investigations will play out in the long term and whether they will be perceived as overreach [14]

Concerns Regarding Ed Martin's Investigation - The appointment of Ed Martin, given his past affiliations and lack of prosecutorial experience, raises concerns about bias in investigating Leticia James and Adam Schiff [3][4] - There are doubts about the legitimacy of any charges Martin might bring, with skepticism expressed about his team's competence and potential for harassment through investigations [5][6] Weaponization of Justice System - The discussion highlights concerns about the weaponization of public institutions against American citizens, potentially undermining the justice system and damaging individual lives [7][8][9] - The actions of the current administration could normalize the weaponization of the Justice Department, leading to future reciprocal actions and eroding trust in legitimate investigations [10][11][15] Mortgage Fraud Allegations - Mortgage fraud allegations against Leticia James and Adam Schiff are viewed with skepticism, with concerns that they are politically motivated and lack sufficient evidence of intent [18][19][20][21] Erosion of Norms and Rule of Law - The report emphasizes the erosion of democratic norms and the rule of law, likening the situation to that of a banana republic [13][16][17]

The Trump Justice Department is intensifying its pursuit of some of the president’s most vocal Democratic critics, opening investigations into New York Attorney General Letitia James and Sen. Adam Schiff of California. https://t.co/6OEMTaLxoh ...

Legal & Governmental Affairs - The Justice Department is considering releasing the audio and/or transcript of Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanch's interview with Ghislaine Maxwell [1] - The interview lasted over 9 hours across two days [2] - The Justice Department is crafting a transcript of the interview and considering releasing it to the public with redactions [2] - The House Oversight Committee is subpoenaing information from the Justice Department about the Epstein case [3] - There appears to be internal debate within the administration regarding the extent of information release [3] Public Perception & Media - There is still significant public interest in the Epstein case and what Ghislaine Maxwell had to say [4] - Ghislaine Maxwell was moved from a low-security to a minimum-security prison without explanation, requiring a waiver from the Bureau of Prisons [4]

Voting Rights Act & Redistricting - The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is facing challenges, potentially weakening its protections against discrimination [1][16][17] - Texas Republicans are attempting to gerrymander districts to gain five additional seats in the 2026 election, a move seen as a national issue [3][4][5][6] - Democratic governors are considering redistricting plans to counter actions in Texas [7] - The National Democratic Redistricting Committee aims to combat gerrymandering, reducing the Democratic overperformance needed to reach 50% representation from 20-22% to approximately 1-2% [8] - Responsible and temporary measures may be necessary to combat gerrymandering and protect democracy [9][10] Justice Department & Epstein Case - Concerns are raised about the objectivity of the Justice Department, particularly regarding the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case [25][26] - The transfer of Ghislaine Maxwell to a lower-security facility and the Deputy Attorney General's involvement are considered unusual and potentially unprecedented [23][24][27][30] - Allegations of attempts to deflect attention from the Epstein files by reviving the Russia gate conspiracy and targeting political opponents are made [32][33] Civil Rights Division - The Civil Rights Division is facing significant challenges, with 70% of its lawyers leaving and a shift in focus towards rooting out "anti-white and anti-Christian bias" [35][36] - Concerns are expressed about the fate of the Civil Rights Division and the enforcement of civil rights statutes under current leadership [37]

So last year, the former CEO of Fat Brands Incorporated, the parent company of a restaurant chain called Fatburger, a guy named Andrew Weiderhorn, was indicted in what federal prosecutors alleged was a $47 million sham loan scheme. A few months later, Fat Brands Incorporated gave Trump's inaugural fund $100,000. And then yesterday, the Justice Department dropped the charges against Andrew Weerhorn.Funny how the timeline of all of that worked out, isn't it. Now, I should note that Andrew Weederhorn denies th ...