Eris Ruvaini was shocked when told the White House prioritized deportations irrespective of court orders. - This directive led to a culture of defying court orders within his team.
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Colleague Lies to Court Witnessed
Drew Ensign lied to a court about deportation flights, despite attending the same DOJ meeting. - Ruvaini viewed this as a blatant violation of legal ethics and court respect.
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Fired for Refusing to Lie in Court
Ruvaini resisted DOJ efforts to falsely label a wrongfully deported man as a gang leader. - His refusal led to internal conflict, forced legal lies, and ultimately his firing.
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An explosive whistle-blower report claims that the Justice Department is asking government lawyers to lie to the courts, and that this has forced career officials to chose between upholding the Constitution and pledging loyalty to the president.
Rachel Abrams speaks to the whistle-blower about his career in the Justice Department and his complaint saying he was fired for telling the truth.
Guest: Erez Reuveni, who filed a whistle-blower complaint against the Department of Justice.
