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Will SCOTUS Let January 6 Defendants Off the Hook?

Strict Scrutiny

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Legal Interpretation of Gifts and Corruption

The chapter explores a case where a mayor's actions in a bidding process are debated as either illegal gratuities or innocuous expressions of gratitude. The discussion delves into the complexities of distinguishing between corruption and customary gestures, with Justice Kavanaugh presenting a hypothetical scenario and counterarguments from Lisa Blatt. It also raises concerns about the potential repercussions of limiting federal law application and discusses a case involving malicious prosecution.

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