The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Faces Setbacks In Mar-a-Lago Case — And More Litigation In New York
Sep 22, 2022
A panel discusses the latest legal woes facing Trump, including a major ruling that allows the Justice Department to investigate documents seized from Mar-a-Lago without a special master. They delve into a $250 million civil lawsuit from New York's attorney general, accusing Trump and his children of fraud. The implications of this lawsuit could extend to tax fraud investigations. Additionally, they highlight evolving inquiries related to the January 6th events and the ongoing scrutiny of former Trump officials.
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DOJ Investigation Resumes
- The Justice Department can resume reviewing classified Mar-a-Lago documents.
- The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a lower court ruling requiring a special master.
NY Civil Suit Against Trump
- New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a $250 million civil suit against Trump and his children.
- The suit alleges fraudulent business practices, including inflating property values.
Declassification Dispute
- Trump claims he can declassify documents simply by thinking about it.
- Courts and legal experts dispute this claim, citing a lack of evidence and established procedures.