UnJustified Speedwalking It
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Aug 31, 2025 The discussion kicks off with the DOJ's struggles in prosecuting assaults on federal agents. A bizarre case of a sandwich thrower raises questions about D.C. law enforcement. Legal tensions arise as Trump's conflicts with the judiciary delay criminal proceedings. Controversies surrounding the legitimacy of U.S. attorneys and ongoing public corruption investigations in New Jersey bring to light the political dynamics affecting justice. The episode also highlights alarming violence in Minnesota, emphasizing the need for effective local leadership.
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Grand Juries Are A Key Guardrail
- Federal grand juries repeatedly refused to indict protesters accused of assaulting federal agents, signaling limits on DOJ overcharging.
- Andrew McCabe and Allison Gill say grand juries act as a meaningful guardrail against politicized prosecutions.
Overcharging Can Backfire In Court
- Overcharging inflates federal response but can backfire when juries decline to indict.
- McCabe notes jurors may view sandwich-throwing or similar acts as not meeting felony assault standards.
The 'Speedwalk' Arrest That Didn't Stick
- Allison and Andy recount the Alvin Summers "speedwalk" arrest and the grand jury's refusal to indict.
- Prosecutors then moved to dismiss the felony rather than refile a misdemeanor immediately.
