Political Retribution & DOJ Influence - The report suggests a pattern of potential political retribution, with the Justice Department (DOJ) allegedly targeting perceived enemies of Donald Trump [1][2] - Concerns are raised about the speed and unusual processes involved in the potential indictment of John Bolton, implying possible White House intervention [1] - The report highlights the perception that the DOJ is being weaponized to punish political opponents and reward allies, deviating from established norms [5] - The report mentions the indictment of Leticia James, with questions raised about the significance of the alleged bank fraud (approximately $18,000) and potential political motivations [5] Legal & Ethical Concerns - The report questions whether prosecutions are being driven by legal merit or political motivations, particularly in cases involving individuals publicly targeted by Donald Trump [2] - The concept of "vindictive prosecution" is discussed, questioning whether it could impede criminal prosecutions when the president has openly expressed a desire for someone to be prosecuted [2] - The report notes the potential for career prosecutors to resign if the DOJ is perceived as becoming a political arm of the White House [6] Protests & Political Climate - The report mentions protests and demonstrations, including the "No Kings" protest, and accusations by Republicans that these are linked to terrorist groups [6][7][8] - The report highlights the government's response to protests, including the deployment of federal agents and the arrest of a journalist [12][13] - A federal judge criticized the government's lawyers for equating protests with riots, emphasizing the spectrum of citizen engagement with the government [16][17]

We have major breaking legal news. The Trump Justice Department has now indicted former FBI Director James Comey. This is in Virginia by a grand jury tonight.He is charged with two criminal counts. MSNBC reporting those charges. ABC News reporting the two counts are false statements and obstruction of justice.We do not have the actual indictment paper yet, and this is a developing breaking story. It also comes after reports of unusual and extreme pressure from the president on that department's office. Basi ...