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politics1 year ago

Trump's Strategy to Suppress Pro-Palestinian Protests

The Trump administration, alongside congressional Republicans, is preparing to intensify legal actions against pro-Palestinian protesters, potentially using federal investigations and indictments. Measures could include deporting foreign students supporting Hamas, prosecuting demonstrators disrupting Jewish events, and charging protest leaders with failing to register as foreign agents. This approach contrasts with the Biden administration's stance, prompting civil rights groups to brace for legal battles. The strategy may involve enforcing laws like the FACE Act and using racketeering laws against protest networks.

politics1 year ago

Election Certification Battles: Officials Face Off Against Resistance

Election officials in battleground states are preparing for potential attempts by Trump allies to block local election certification if he loses. They warn of legal and criminal consequences for county officials who disrupt the process. States like Michigan and Arizona have drafted legal filings and are ready to take immediate court action to ensure certification. This preparation comes amid fears of a repeat of past incidents where counties delayed certification under pressure from Trump. Officials emphasize that certification is a mandatory duty, not discretionary.