The Jim Acosta Show Michael Cohen has some choice words for Chuck Schumer and former DOJ attorney Liz Oyer explains what bothered her most about Trump's speech at Justice Department.
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Mar 17, 2025 
Michael Cohen, former lawyer for Donald Trump, shares revealing insights from his time in the Trump administration, criticizing political maneuvers and the evolving rhetoric surrounding presidential pardons. Liz Oyer, ex-DOJ pardon attorney, discusses her departure from the Department of Justice and the challenges of maintaining integrity in a politicized environment. Their engaging conversation touches on Chuck Schumer’s leadership struggles, media manipulation, and the urgent need for reform within the justice system amid rising political pressures.
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Cohen's Re-Incarceration
- Michael Cohen recounts his experience of being removed from federal monitoring and re-incarcerated by Bill Barr.
- He describes the 51 days as "abuse and torture," including being handcuffed, shackled, and placed in solitary confinement.
Trump's Power Consolidation
- Trump's attacks extend beyond political opponents to institutions, aiming to dismantle the tripartite system of government.
- He seeks to consolidate power in the executive branch, mirroring his claim of declassifying documents by thought.
Defying Court Orders on Deportations
- The Trump administration deported 200+ Venezuelan migrants despite a judge's order against it, using the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act.
- This defiance of court orders exemplifies Trump's willingness to clash with the judiciary.