The NPR Politics Podcast After Trump Tweet, DOJ Softens Sentencing Recommendation For POTUS Ally
Feb 12, 2020
The Justice Department's surprising move to shorten Roger Stone's sentence ignites a storm of controversy. Following this intervention, four prosecutors resign, raising alarms about the independence of the DOJ. There's heated debate over President Trump's tweets linking him to these legal maneuvers, prompting discussions about political influence in the judicial system. Additionally, the fallout from Trump's acquittal reveals shifting dynamics within the Republican Party as they navigate the growing power struggle and political retribution in Washington.
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Post-Acquittal Retribution
- President Trump's post-acquittal actions included attacks on perceived enemies like Mitt Romney.
- He also ousted impeachment witnesses like Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman and Ambassador Gordon Sondland.
DOJ Intervention in Stone Case
- DOJ softened Roger Stone's sentencing recommendation after Trump tweeted his displeasure.
- This unusual intervention led to the resignation of four prosecutors involved in the case.
Trump's Tweet on Barr
- Trump congratulated Barr for taking charge of the Stone case, claiming it was "totally out of control."
- This further fuels concerns about political interference in the DOJ.