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Daniel Penny’s Innocence—and the Shame of Alvin Bragg

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2406 implied HN points • 10 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law Justice Prosecution Public Opinion Civil Rights
  1. Daniel Penny was found not guilty, which some believe highlights the wrongful prosecution against him. People felt he was trying to protect others on the subway when he acted.
  2. The district attorney, Alvin Bragg, faced criticism for how he handled the case, implying that his approach was unethical and manipulative.
  3. There were serious concerns about the intent behind Penny's actions and whether his restraint actually caused the death, leading to questions about the justification for the charges against him.

Wow!

Today's Edition Newsletter • 9552 implied HN points • 10 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law Court Judges Prosecution
  1. The indictment against Trump is powerful, with evidence that will be hard for him to dispute.
  2. Judge Aileen Cannon will likely preside over the trial, despite concerns about her impartiality.
  3. Prosecutor Jack Smith is confident in securing a conviction, even with Judge Cannon on the case.

Jack Smith, Donald Trump, and the Kobayashi Maru

The Popehat Report • 8456 implied HN points • 10 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal system Prosecution Rule of Law Politics Justice
  1. The law is full of no-win scenarios that good lawyers navigate by preparing, advocating, and fighting for clients.
  2. Charging Trump despite political challenges shows adherence to the rule of law and the importance of justice.
  3. Prosecuting powerful individuals upholds equality before the law, prevents abuse of the legal system, and maintains societal integrity.

Judicial Notice (01.13.24): In The Hot Seat

Original Jurisdiction • 579 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal News First Amendment Prosecution
  1. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is facing allegations that could lead to her removal from a high-profile case involving Donald Trump.
  2. The allegations suggest an improper relationship between Willis and one of the special prosecutors appointed in the case, potentially impacting the outcome of the prosecution.
  3. Legal experts believe that while the allegations may not dismiss the charges, they could result in the disqualification of Willis and her office, leading to delays and other complications in the case.
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Fulton County District Attorney Responds to Trump

SHERO • 609 implied HN points • 16 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Investigation Prosecution Political Bias Grand Jury
  1. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis responded to Trump's motion by asking the judge to dismiss it.
  2. Willis argued that Trump and Latham failed to prove their claims on due process rights and the grand jury process.
  3. A group of media outlets objected to Trump's request to quash the special grand jury report, emphasizing public concern.

Craig Watkins, RIP

The Watch • 698 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Prosecution
  1. Craig Watkins was the first black district attorney in Texas and started a unit to rectify wrongful convictions.
  2. Preservation of evidence and electing a prosecutor willing to look were key to uncovering wrongful convictions.
  3. Despite some ethical lapses, Watkins' tenure as district attorney brought about significant positive changes in the justice system.

Fulton County DA Fani Willis: Her Affair with the Special Prosecutor

The Reactionary • 259 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Corruption Prosecution Scandal
  1. Fulton County DA Fani Willis is alleged to have an ongoing affair with her subordinate, the Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade.
  2. The relationship raises concerns about ethical violations in the legal profession and potential conflicts of interest in the prosecution.
  3. Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade submitted false billing records, which could lead to felony charges.

Lawfare or Rule of Law

David Friedman’s Substack • 179 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law Elections Prosecution Fraud Defamation
  1. In our legal system, the idea of rule of law versus lawfare hinges on whether prosecution depends on the severity of crimes and quality of evidence or on personal agendas of law enforcers.
  2. Civil cases such as the one involving Trump being sued for inflated property values show how legal actions can have significant financial consequences, even without direct harm.
  3. Charges against Trump related to election interference bring up the debate of what actions should be considered criminal in the political realm and the potential threats to the democratic system.

Judge: Fani Willis can Stay on the Trump Case

The Reactionary • 88 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Government Ethics Prosecution
  1. An appearance of impropriety is now insufficient for disqualification in legal cases.
  2. The judge's ruling appears illogical as it allows one potential liar to prosecute the case but not both.
  3. The remedy suggested by the judge to 'cure' the appearance of impropriety does not fully address the issue and allows it to continue through the case.

NYT: Donald Trump has been indicted

The Reactionary • 144 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Election Prosecution Political strategy Criminal charges
  1. Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury for his role in paying hush money to a porn star.
  2. The indictment is seen as a historic development that could impact the 2024 presidential race and mark Trump as the first former president to face criminal charges.
  3. The timing of the indictment raises questions about political motivations and potential effects on the 2024 election, with concerns about prosecution tactics and potential impact on Trump's chances during trial and appeal.

The Trump Show Sucks

I Might Be Wrong • 6 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Opinion Impeachment Comparison Investigation Prosecution
  1. Trump's approval ratings during his presidency did not see a significant drop like Nixon's did during Watergate.
  2. Watergate was a popular and engaging narrative because it was simple and escalated smoothly over time.
  3. The complexity and fluctuating plot lines of 'The Trump Show' make it less captivating and fail to engage the public like Watergate did.