Top ethics lawyers who previously served Presidents Bush, Clinton, and Obama have publicly condemned what they describe as politically motivated prosecutions initiated by the Trump administration. These former officials have filed a complaint with the Justice Department's Office of the Inspector General, warning that such actions mean "no American is safe from political persecution."
The lawyers are specifically addressing the recent indictments of former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. They allege that these prosecutions are part of a "revenge campaign" orchestrated by Donald Trump against his political rivals, fueled by his publicly stated desire for retribution. The appointment of Lindsey Halligan as interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, who then secured these indictments, is highlighted as a key concern, suggesting she was chosen for her willingness to pursue these cases.
The complaint argues that the indictments against Comey and James are "flimsy" and contain procedural irregularities, indicating a potential misuse of the justice system for political purposes. Comey has pleaded not guilty to charges of making false sta... download the app to read more
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