I can also assure you that were this a Republican president, a Republican attorney general, and a Republican IRS that were targeting Democrats, I at least would speak out just as vigorously against it. Because if we are going to respect rule of law, the apparatus of the federal government cannot and should not be used as a partisan tool to bludgeon your enemies. >> Uh, I might have to play that every day.Um, Miles Taylor, that was then that was 2014. Ted Cruz on using the IRS to target enemies. Yeah, look, ...

But folks, let's start tonight with a video first obtained by MSNBC. Former special counsel Jack Smith is now making his first public comments about his investigations into Donald Trump, speaking exclusively with MSNBC's Andrew Weissman in London. During that extensive conversation, Smith blasted the recent charges brought against Trump's perceived political enemies.this latest prosecution of the former director of the FBI. Um, you know, there's a process to secure an indictment. Um, there's a a process of ...

[Music] We're back with more on our top story this hour. New York Attorney General Leticia James indicted on federal bank fraud charges just weeks after President Trump publicly called on the Attorney General to prosecute James and several other foes. In what we are now learning was meant to be sent as a private message.That's according to an administration official who told NBC News the president thought he had sent the message directly to Pam Bondi. Well, now Democratic attorneys general from all across t ...

Legal & Political Analysis - The indictment of Leticia James is viewed by some as potential political retaliation, contrasting with the due process afforded to Donald Trump in James's case against him [2][4][5] - The speed of the grand jury's decision, reaching a verdict on its first day, raises questions about the process [7] - Career prosecutors and even Trump appointees initially did not believe there was sufficient evidence to indict Leticia James, suggesting a departure from standard DOJ practices [2][10] - The appointment of Lindseay Halligan, a US attorney with limited experience, is questioned regarding its legality and potential impact on the validity of prosecutions [14] - Concerns are raised about the weaponization of the Justice Department for political purposes, potentially chilling individuals from standing up to power [13][16] Department of Justice & Rule of Law - The Eastern District of Virginia, traditionally known for its rigorous terrorism and national security prosecutions, risks being tainted by perceived political prosecutions [11][12] - The DOJ's manual advises against bringing cases out of pettiness, political goals, or animosity, emphasizing the need for solid facts and public interest [13] - There are concerns about the potential invocation of the Insurrection Act and the use of the military to assert control, potentially impacting future elections [15] Selective Prosecution & Hypocrisy - Allegations of selective prosecution arise, pointing to instances where Trump's cabinet members faced similar mortgage issues as those James is being accused of [16] - Trump's public statements directing the Attorney General to indict political opponents are seen as evidence of payback and a chilling effect on dissent [17][18]

Okay. How this all came together was a very bumpy bumpy road. Uh it started with Donald Trump basically publicly calling out for Pam Bondi to please bring his perceived enemies to justice. He has described Leticia James, James Comey, Adam Schiff, and a long list beyond that as you know uh as people that are guilty as hell. But what connects all of them is that they either investigated or questioned Donald Trump's governance and and other actions that he took in his first administration and now in the curren ...

Legal Proceedings - Former FBI Director Jim Comey pleaded not guilty to two criminal counts: lying to Congress and obstruction [1] - Comey's trial is scheduled for January 5th, 2026, and is expected to last two to three days [1] - Comey's legal team plans to challenge every aspect of the case, including the appointment of acting US attorney Lindseay Halligan [2] - The legality of Halligan's appointment as acting US attorney is being questioned, potentially impacting the validity of the indictment [3] Allegations of Political Interference - Comey's legal team argues that his prosecution is a case of malicious and selective prosecution by the Trump administration [3] - Public statements by Donald Trump suggest a push to prosecute Jim Comey [4] - Trump fired the prosecutor who refused to bring the case against Comey and suggested Lindseay Halligan as the new US attorney [4] Case Details and Transparency - Comey's attorney reports a lack of details regarding the case, including the identities of "person three" and "person one" mentioned in the indictment [6] - The specifics of counts one and two in the indictment remain unclear to Comey's legal team [6] - Lindseay Halligan is reportedly bringing in assistant US attorneys from other offices to help prosecute the case against Jim Comey [5]

Does the increasing use of the shadow docket follow the rule of law? Our “Checks and Balance” podcast looks at the Supreme Court’s new term https://t.co/FLgYIiqOOa ...

Well, you have been forced to, General Bont. I mean, this is supposed to be a conversation about Oregon. Let's talk about how it is that you ended up here and just how annoyed this judge, a Trump appointee, seems to be about the fact that she needed to rule on this, not once but twice.The judge was annoyed and um AG Rayfield had things in hand with a temporary restraining order secured on Saturday, but uh Trump tried again uh in violation certainly of the spirit of that order by deploying 300 California Nat ...

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]

Today is a day when the battle for democracy has perhaps never been clearer. The courts for now still holding up the rule of law and ruling in favor of cities and states opposing Donald Trump's efforts to militarize our cities and to use troops against what Trump describes as quote the enemy within. Today, the state of Illinois is suing the Trump administration to stop the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago. Trump has ordered 400 troops to be mobilized from Texas and then to be sent to Chicago a ...