Legal AF by MeidasTouch Trump Abandons his Own as He Crumbles Under Pressure
Jan 22, 2026
In a dramatic turn, Trump abandoned Lindsey Halligan amidst mounting legal pressure, showcasing his political cowardice. The discussion dives into Halligan's controversial resignation and the court's harsh ruling on her illegal appointment. The hosts highlight a troubling pattern of Trump's appointees facing disgrace, questioning their qualifications. They also examine how public pressure influenced legal outcomes and the role of the DOJ in perpetuating the chaos. The conversation underscores the fragility of rule of law in current politics.
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Pattern Of Vulnerable Trump Appointees
- Lindsey Halligan's resignation fits a pattern of political appointees failing to hold U.S. attorney seats under Trump.
- Multiple interim appointments were legally vulnerable and overturned by judges across districts.
Judge Found Her Appointment Invalid
- Judges examined Halligan's appointment and found it violated the Vacancy Reform Act and constitutional requirements.
- Those rulings exposed her indictments of Comey and Letitia James as legally suspect and potentially dismissible.
DOJ's Defiance Escalated The Conflict
- The DOJ ignored Judge Curry's order and kept Halligan acting as U.S. attorney, provoking judicial rebuke.
- That defiance created ethical and rule-of-law conflicts amplifying pressure for her removal.