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politics6 days ago•5 min saved

Abrego Garcia pushes to drop charges, alleging vindictive prosecution by Trump-era DOJ

Kilmar Abrego Garcia urged a Tennessee federal judge to dismiss his human-smuggling charges, arguing the case is vindictive punishment by Trump-era officials after his deportation mishap. He was deported to El Salvador, then brought back to the U.S. to face charges tied to a 2022 traffic stop; his lawyers contend DOJ officials influenced the decision to prosecute, while prosecutors say the decision was made by a single U.S. attorney. The judge has previously signaled concern about possible vindictiveness, and the case continues as Garcia remains free pending proceedings.

via PBS|

#human-smuggling #kilmar-abrego-garcia #politics

law7 days ago•2 min saved

Abrego Garcia seeks dismissal, claiming vindictive prosecution in Tennessee human-smuggling case

Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s lawyers ask a Tennessee federal judge to dismiss his human-smuggling charges, arguing the case is vindictive punishment tied to the Trump administration after his reversal and return to the U.S.; the hearing also centers on whether DOJ officials’ motives and internal emails must be disclosed, with a prior ruling suggesting the decision to prosecute may have involved more than the lead prosecutor.

via NBC News|

#doj #human-smuggling #kilmar-abrego-garcia

legal7 days ago•6 min saved

Motive at Center as Abrego García Case Heads to Crucial Hearing

The DOJ faces a high-stakes court hearing to justify charging Kilmar Abrego García in a long-running human-smuggling case, arguing the indictment wasn’t punishment for his successful deportation challenge. The defense asserts vindictive prosecution, pointing to remarks by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and a prior ruling by Judge Waverly Crenshaw about a realistic likelihood of retaliation. Prosecutors plan to call Homeland Security Investigations agents and former Nashville U.S. Attorney Robert McGuire to show legitimate prosecutorial motives; Abrego’s team seeks dismissal. The outcome could determine whether the case collapses or proceeds to trial.

via The Washington Post|

#justice-department #kilmar-abrego-garcia #legal

legal2 months ago•3 min saved

Court Indicates DOJ Officials May Have Pressed to Prosecute Wrongfully Deported Individual

Documents reveal that high-level officials in the Justice Department pushed for the indictment of Kilmar Ábrego García, a man wrongly deported, suggesting the case may be vindictive retaliation for his legal victory against deportation, with a hearing scheduled for January to address these claims.

via The Guardian|

#human-smuggling #justice-department #kilmar-abrego-garcia

law-and-justice2 months ago•4 min saved

Unsealed Court Order Links DOJ Pressure to Prosecute Abrego Garcia Post-Wrongful Deportation

A court unsealed order suggests the DOJ may have targeted Kilmar Abrego Garcia with criminal charges as retaliation for his successful court challenge against his deportation, with evidence indicating high-level department officials prioritized his prosecution shortly after his legal victory, raising concerns of vindictive and politically motivated prosecution.

via Democracy Docket|

#abrego-garcia #doj #immigration

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

Justice Department's Push to Prosecute Abrego Garcia Following Deportation Error

A court order reveals that high-level Justice Department officials prioritized prosecuting Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he was mistakenly deported, raising concerns of vindictive prosecution related to his wrongful deportation case, with ongoing legal proceedings scheduled for January 28.

via PBS|

#deportation-mistake #immigration-law #justice-department

law-and-justice5 months ago•3 min saved

Judge Suggests Trump Administration's Charges Against Abrego Garcia Were Vindictive

A federal judge suggests that Kilmar Abrego Garcia may have been targeted with criminal charges out of vindictiveness by the Justice Department, possibly in retaliation for his legal actions against the Trump administration's immigration policies. The case involves allegations of improper motives behind his prosecution, with ongoing court proceedings to examine the evidence and the administration's decision-making process.

via CNN|

#court-proceedings #immigration #justice-department

politics5 months ago•5 min saved

Trump's Statements Undermine Case Against Comey

The article argues that the indictment of James Comey is driven by Donald Trump's personal animus and political retribution, citing Trump's own words and actions that show a clear intent to target Comey for political reasons, making the case for dismissing the charges as vindictive and unsupported by sufficient evidence.

via The Bulwark|

#comey #criminal-allegations #indictment

law-and-politics5 months ago•7 min saved

Legal Experts Question the Strength of the Case Against Comey Amid Trump’s Involvement

Legal experts suggest that former FBI Director James Comey might attempt to dismiss his charges for lying to Congress by claiming vindictive prosecution, especially given Trump's public pressure and accusations of political targeting, though such motions face high legal hurdles. The case highlights concerns over political influence in justice proceedings and the potential for similar tactics in other politically charged cases.

via CNN|

#donald-trump #james-comey #law-and-politics

news5 months ago•6 min saved

Trump's Attacks and Legal Challenges Surrounding Comey

The article discusses how President Trump's public comments and hostility towards James Comey could potentially be used by defense lawyers to argue that the prosecution against Comey is politically motivated or vindictive, although such claims are difficult to prove legally.

via The New York Times|

#comey #legal-analysis #news

legal6 months ago•3 min saved

Abrego Garcia's Lawyers Claim Vindictive Prosecution and Seek Dismissal

Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported and then faced smuggling charges, argue in court that the prosecution is vindictive and politically motivated, aiming to punish him for challenging his deportation. They seek his release from detention, claiming the charges are retaliatory and based on discriminatory intent, while the government labels him a gang member and trafficker.

via CBS News|

#criminal-charges #deportation #immigration

law-and-politics6 months ago•5 min saved

Abrego Garcia's Lawyers Claim Vindictive Prosecution by Trump Administration

Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia accuse the Trump administration of vindictive prosecution and misconduct in his wrongful deportation and subsequent criminal case, alleging political retaliation and public smear campaigns aimed at discrediting him after he challenged his expulsion to El Salvador.

via The New York Times|

#abrego-garcia #deportation #law-and-politics

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Kash Patel and Trump's FBI Pick Stir Controversy Amidst QAnon Excitement

Kash Patel, a potential nominee for FBI director under Trump, is criticized for his public declarations of retribution against political opponents, raising concerns about vindictive prosecution. His statements and actions suggest a predisposition to target perceived enemies, which could lead to legal challenges and dismissals of politically motivated prosecutions. This situation presents a moral dilemma for senators regarding his nomination, as it could undermine the impartiality of law enforcement.

via The Bulwark|

#fbi #kash-patel #political-retribution

legal2 years ago•3 min saved

Hunter Biden seeks dismissal of Delaware and federal gun charges

Hunter Biden has filed motions to dismiss gun charges against him in Delaware, claiming that special counsel David Weiss succumbed to political pressure in bringing the case. Biden argues that the charges should be dropped as a vindictive prosecution and that Weiss was illegally elevated to the special counsel role. He also asserts that he should be immune from the gun charges under a prior plea agreement and that his Second Amendment rights protect his right to buy a weapon despite drug use. Biden's legal team argues that Weiss changed his decision due to political pressure and that federal prosecutors reneged on a plea agreement. The filing also challenges the constitutionality of the gun possession charge and questions Weiss's authority as special counsel.

via The Hill|

#gun-charges #hunter-biden #legal

legalcriminal-justice2 years ago•2 min saved

Hunter Biden's Lawyers Seek Subpoenas for Trump and Barr in Gun Case

Lawyers for Hunter Biden have requested subpoenas for documents from former President Donald Trump, ex-Attorney General Bill Barr, and two other former top Department of Justice officials, as they argue that Hunter may be the victim of "vindictive" prosecution. The subpoenas are sought to prepare Hunter's defense in a criminal case where he is charged with possessing a handgun while being a drug user. The defense believes the documents could shed light on whether the investigation and prosecution were influenced by executive branch officials, such as Trump, placing undue pressure on government officials. The criminal probe of Hunter began in 2018 during the Trump administration and initially focused on his income taxes and foreign business dealings.

via CNBC|

#bill-barr #hunter-biden #legalcriminal-justice