The Ben Shapiro Show Preet Bharara | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 74
Oct 27, 2019
Preet Bharara, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, author, and host of the podcast "Stay Tuned with Preet," dives deep into the ethics of law and politics. He reflects on his transformation into a podcaster after his dismissal during the Trump administration. The conversation covers the intricacies of the Mueller Report, Trump's impulsivity versus corruption, and the challenges of prosecuting crimes like insider trading. Bharara also discusses the need for integrity within the DOJ and how online security affects justice today.
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Trump's Motivations
- Trump's behavior can be attributed to both a disregard for protocol and deliberate manipulation.
- He likely attempts to cultivate loyalty, potentially leading to future interference with investigations.
DOJ's Dual Role
- The Justice Department has a dual role: policy implementation and law enforcement.
- While policy discussions with the president are appropriate, direct interference in law enforcement is not.
Targeting Crimes vs. Individuals
- Prosecutors primarily target crimes, not individuals, except in organized crime cases.
- In organized crime, targeting individuals is justified due to the nature of criminal enterprises.
