Post Reports Trump’s pressure on Pam Bondi and the DOJ
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Sep 24, 2025 In a riveting discussion, Jeremy Roebuck, a seasoned reporter for The Washington Post specializing in the Department of Justice, delves into Trump's unprecedented calls for the prosecution of political rivals. He unpackages the implications of these pressures on DOJ independence and internal dynamics. Roebuck also explores the motivations behind targeting figures like Letitia James, Adam Schiff, and Jim Comey, while highlighting the controversy surrounding recent personnel changes within the DOJ, including the resignation of U.S. Attorney Eric Siebert.
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Rapid Reshaping Of DOJ Priorities
- Trump moved quickly in his second term to reshape DOJ leadership and priorities.
- That shift has begun to push political demands down into U.S. attorney offices.
Public Demand For Prosecutions On Truth Social
- Trump posted a direct message on Truth Social naming Pam Bondi and demanding prosecutions.
- He specifically called Letitia James, Adam Schiff and Jim Comey "guilty as hell" and urged action.
James' Civil Fraud Case Against Trump
- Letitia James secured a large civil fraud judgment against Trump and his org for inflating property values.
- Appeals trimmed the penalty but upheld the core finding of fraud.