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Whistleblower exposing contradictions in Trump nominee's testimony may not be alone: Sen. Booker
MSNBC· 2025-07-11 03:30
Allegations Against Boie - The report suggests Emil Boie may have lied under oath during his confirmation hearing, raising concerns about his integrity [1][2][8] - Boie is accused of having a significant Brady violation as a prosecutor, withholding exculpatory evidence [3] - Concerns are raised about Boie's disregard for the rule of law, citing past statements and actions [3][4] Whistleblower Concerns - There are indications of multiple whistleblowers with potentially damning evidence against Boie [2][5][7] - Fear of intimidation and threats from the Trump administration and figures like Cash Patel may deter whistleblowers [5][6] - The Trump administration is perceived as strategically dismantling whistleblower protections [9][10] Political Implications - The nomination of Paul and Gracia is questioned, raising concerns about the protection of government whistleblowers [10] - The report suggests Trump prioritizes loyalty over qualifications in appointments, potentially leading to unqualified and dangerous individuals in key positions [11][12][13] - There is hope that the allegations against Boie could sway some Republicans to vote against his confirmation [14][15] Call to Action - The report encourages individuals to stand up and fight for what is right, despite potential repercussions [17][18][19] - Standing up against perceived injustices is portrayed as a way to inspire others and defend fundamental rights and freedoms [19] - Public support for those who stand up against fear is highlighted, referencing a record-breaking fundraising quarter [20]
Rep. Jamie Raskin: The Supreme Court has 'unleashed chaos' with birthright citizenship ruling
MSNBC· 2025-06-29 00:03
Legal & Judicial Analysis - The Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship cases is criticized for potentially creating a two-tiered legal system across the country [9] - The Supreme Court's decision is seen as limiting the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunctions against unconstitutional actions [5][14] - The strategy involves pursuing class action lawsuits to challenge the government's position on birthright citizenship [6] - A proposal is made to establish a three-judge court to handle nationwide injunctions, aiming for fair-minded judges and fast-track appeals to the Supreme Court [8] Political Implications - The decision is perceived by some as an attempt to appease Donald Trump and undermine the power of equity in the courts [15] - Concerns are raised about the potential for rights to be taken away in states with right-wing Republican Attorneys General [11] - The administration is accused of avoiding the merits of the birthright citizenship case and attempting to rewrite the history of the 2020 election [4][7][22] - The firing of federal prosecutors who worked on the January 6th investigations is criticized as part of a "gangster state administration" [21] Historical Context - Birthright citizenship has been established in America since 1868 [7] - Historically, judges have only been impeached for bribery, income tax evasion, kickbacks, and political corruption, not for their opinions [18] - Donald Trump lost the 2020 election by more than 7 million votes (306 to 232 in the electoral college) [22]