The Bulwark Podcast Andrew Weissmann and Michael Weiss: Valentine's Massacre
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Feb 14, 2025 Andrew Weissmann, former FBI general counsel, and Michael Weiss, Russia-focused editor and author, dive into the murky waters of political power and legal integrity. They discuss the troubling case against New York Mayor Eric Adams and the implications of political entanglements within the Justice Department. The conversation also touches on Trump's alarming connections with Russia and the insights on geopolitical maneuvers in Ukraine. Weissmann and Weiss highlight the shifting landscape of ethics in politics, peppering the discourse with their expert analysis.
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DOJ Resignations
- Six senior DOJ officials resigned rather than dismiss corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
- Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove reportedly ordered the dismissal, allegedly tied to Adams enforcing Trump's immigration policies.
Choke Collar on Adams
- Bove's demand to dismiss the case without prejudice leaves a threat looming over Adams.
- This situation mirrors the Saturday Night Massacre and the Roger Stone case, where officials resisted potentially illegal orders.
Sassoon's Stand
- Danielle Sassoon, a Trump appointee and Federalist Society member, resigned.
- Her refusal to dismiss the Adams case demonstrates principle, contrasting with the political maneuvering surrounding Kash Patel.
