The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: The Trials of the Trump Administration, Aug. 1
Aug 4, 2025
In this lively discussion, former special agent Michael Feinberg, soon-to-be Lawfare Public Service Fellow, joins Renee DiResta, a contributor focused on online propaganda. They tackle the politicization of the Justice Department and issues surrounding judicial integrity during the Trump era. Key topics include the impact of a misconduct complaint against Judge Boasberg and legal battles over immigration and sanctuary cities. The conversation also reflects on the complexities of U.S. attorney appointments and recent agreements between universities and the federal government.
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Misconduct Complaint Against Boasberg
- The Attorney General filed a misconduct complaint against Judge James Boasberg for comments on Trump's potential to cause a constitutional crisis.
- The complaint is likely meritless and seems more like an attack on the judiciary by the administration.
Context Missing in Complaint
- Judge Boasberg expressed his colleagues' concerns about the Trump administration possibly disobeying court orders at a nonpublic judicial conference.
- The Justice Department's complaint omitted this context, misleadingly framing the comments as Boasberg’s own and public.
Controversy Over Habba's Appointment
- Alina Habba's appointment as U.S. Attorney for New Jersey faces legal challenges related to proper statutory authority.
- The government calls judges in New Jersey rogue, leading to complex litigation moved to Pennsylvania and questions about appointment lawfulness.