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Prosecutor Maurene Comey Sues DOJ Over Unlawful Firing
politics5 months ago

Prosecutor Maurene Comey Sues DOJ Over Unlawful Firing

Maurene Comey, a federal prosecutor involved in high-profile cases including Epstein and Maxwell, filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department, claiming her abrupt firing was politically motivated retaliation linked to her father, former FBI director James Comey, and influenced by far-right activist Laura Loomer. The lawsuit seeks reinstatement and argues the firing violated constitutional protections, challenging the Trump administration's claim of presidential authority to dismiss prosecutors without cause.

Trump Cancels Secret Service Protection for Kamala Harris
politics6 months ago

Trump Cancels Secret Service Protection for Kamala Harris

Former Vice President Kamala Harris will receive protection from the California Highway Patrol after President Trump revoked her Secret Service security, a move seen as political retaliation. Harris's security was extended by President Biden but was revoked by Trump, prompting local officials to step in. The situation arises as Harris prepares for a book tour, and her security concerns are heightened by past threats and political tensions.

Trump alleges mortgage fraud against Schiff amid political tensions
politics7 months ago

Trump alleges mortgage fraud against Schiff amid political tensions

President Trump accused Senator Schiff of mortgage fraud, alleging he misled lenders about his primary residence, which Schiff denied as a political retaliation. An investigation by Fannie Mae did not conclude that Schiff committed fraud, merely noting possible occupancy misrepresentation. Schiff dismissed the claims as baseless and politically motivated, linking them to broader controversies involving Trump, including the Jeffrey Epstein case. Schiff has a history of opposing Trump and has been targeted with personal attacks, but his mortgage arrangements have been deemed legally permissible.

Media Matters sues to block FTC investigation, defending First Amendment rights
law-and-politics8 months ago

Media Matters sues to block FTC investigation, defending First Amendment rights

Media Matters for America has filed a lawsuit to block an FTC investigation they claim is retaliatory and violates their First Amendment rights, alleging it is part of a broader political effort by Elon Musk and allies to suppress dissent and target the organization for its reporting on X and Musk's companies.