Legal AF by MeidasTouch DOJ Sets PERFECT TRAP for Trump’s DAY 1 PLAN
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Jan 8, 2025 Biden's DOJ is ramping up prosecutions of January 6 insurrectionists, targeting around 200 more individuals before the end of the administration. The strategic push aims to compel Trump to expend his political capital on pardons for those he previously claimed violated democracy. A breakdown of charges reveals serious offenses, including seditious conspiracy. The podcast also discusses the potential implications of Trump's pardon lists and highlights the judiciary's criticism of past pardons, emphasizing accountability in ongoing legal battles.
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DOJ’s Strategy To Force Political Accountability
- The DOJ is continuing prosecutions to force Trump to spend political capital if he considers pardons for Jan 6 defendants.
- Michael Popok argues indicting ~200 more people pressures Trump to publicly justify any pardons and protects accountability.
The Scale And Charges Of Jan 6 Prosecutions
- About 1,583 people were indicted related to Jan 6, with many pleading guilty or going to trial.
- Popok highlights the scale and variety of charges, including assaults and seditious conspiracy, showing unprecedented DOJ effort.
Seditious Conspiracy Numbers Fall Short
- Popok contends the seditious conspiracy count (18) is too low and should include more leaders and lawyers.
- He names figures he believes should face stronger accountability, arguing prosecutorial gaps remain.