All articles tagged with #political retaliation
The article criticizes Donald Trump for neglecting Colorado and retaliating against the state by dismantling NCAR, a leading climate research institution, possibly as revenge for Colorado's political stance, highlighting concerns about the impact on science and the environment.
New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted on charges of bank fraud and false statements, with James condemning the move as politically motivated retaliation by the Trump administration. The indictment follows her recent legal victory against Trump and his companies.
During the government shutdown, President Trump is using the crisis to target Democratic-leaning states and cities by cutting funding and projects, viewing it as a strategic move to punish political opponents and critics, which has sparked widespread criticism and concerns about political retribution.
Lawmakers and observers express concern over the indictment of former FBI director James Comey, viewing it as a potential abuse of power and political retaliation by President Trump, with critics warning it threatens the integrity of the justice system and civil rights.
President Trump claimed to have fired U.S. attorney Erik Siebert in Virginia after he received strong Democratic support, amid ongoing investigations into mortgage fraud and political conflicts with New York Attorney General Letitia James, highlighting allegations of political retaliation.
U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert plans to resign after President Trump, under political pressure and amid investigations into NY AG Letitia James, reportedly sought his removal for refusing to charge her, highlighting ongoing political conflicts and concerns over judicial independence.
President Trump is expected to fire U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert for refusing to pursue charges against NY AG Letitia James, amid broader concerns of political retaliation and investigations into James' conduct.
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.
Two former top NIH officials filed whistleblower complaints claiming they were illegally forced out for opposing grant terminations and political interference, revealing concerns about the administration's impact on vaccine and infectious disease research.
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.
President Trump revoked Secret Service protection for Kamala Harris, which had been extended by Biden, citing a recent threat assessment and legal entitlement, sparking outrage from California officials and raising concerns about her safety amid her book tour and political history.
President Trump revoked Kamala Harris's Secret Service protection, which had been extended by an undisclosed Biden order, citing legal limits, just as Harris prepares for a high-profile book tour, raising concerns about her safety and political retaliation.
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.
President Trump escalates his political retaliation against Senator Adam Schiff by accusing him of mortgage fraud and calling for his prosecution, continuing a pattern of targeting political opponents through social media and public statements amid ongoing investigations and legal battles.
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.