The Powers That Be: Daily Trump’s Department of Injustice
Oct 30, 2025
Eriq Gardner, a legal journalist with insights into high-profile prosecutions, joins to unpack the DOJ's controversial cases against James Comey, Tish James, and John Bolton. He highlights the shaky grounds of Tish James's indictment, questions the authority of interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, and reveals vulnerabilities in her approach. The conversation delves into allegations of political retribution, comparing the strength of the cases, and the implications of unorthodox ethics in legal proceedings.
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Weak Case Against Tish James
- The Tish James indictment looks weak and novel compared with usual DOJ practice.
- Eriq Gardner doubts the facts will support a strong criminal case without more evidence.
Prosecutor Texts Reporter On Signal
- Lindsey Halligan texted Lawfare reporter Anna Bauer on Signal after a NYT tweet about the case.
- Bauer published the messages because Halligan never established any off‑the‑record agreement.
Politics May Drive Prosecutions
- Defendants will argue charges are politically motivated and selectively enforced.
- Gardner says Trump-driven pressure and amateurish prosecutors strengthen that argument.