Implications Of The DOJ Targeting The President’s Critics

Tonya Mosley interviews legal scholar Barbara McQuade about the Trump administration's alleged weaponization of the Justice Department against political enemies. McQuade, a former U.S. Attorney who was forced to resign under Trump, discusses the DOJ's investigation into George Soros's Open Society Foundations, the indictment of James Comey, and potential charges against Adam Schiff and Letitia James. McQuade critiques Pam Bondi's statements about targeting political opponents and analyzes the Comey indictment, highlighting procedural irregularities and potential legal flaws. She also explains the post-Watergate reforms designed to insulate the Justice Department from political interference and expresses concern about the chilling effect these actions may have on state officials investigating federal officials.