All In with Chris Hayes NYT bombshell: Trump demands $230 million from his own DOJ
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Oct 22, 2025 
Senator Chris Murphy discusses Trump's actions as an assault on democracy, highlighting potential corruption and the erosion of the rule of law. Congresswoman LaMonica McIver shares her experience of alleged vindictive prosecution after conducting oversight at an ICE facility, emphasizing the financial burden and seeking legislative immunity. Senator Mark Kelly raises concerns over the legality of recent U.S. strikes in the Caribbean, questioning their motivations and implications for military accountability.
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White House Renovation As A Symbol Of Power
- Chris Hayes frames Trump's White House renovations and demolition of the East Wing as symbolic of his monarch-like disregard for law and public consent.
- The Anti-Deficiency Act and lack of congressional appropriation make the project legally questionable.
Trump's $230M Demand Is Historically Unprecedented
- The New York Times reported Trump is seeking about $230 million from the Justice Department to compensate him for investigations.
- Hayes and guests call this unprecedented and a further example of Trump normalizing brazen corruption.
Shifting Overton Window Normalizes Corruption
- Senator Chris Murphy argues Trump keeps shifting the Overton window to make ever-more-brazen corruption seem acceptable.
- Murphy warns sustained mobilization is needed to prevent normalization and protect democracy.
