The News Agents - USA Has Trump's lawfare blown up in his face?
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Nov 25, 2025 Mark Landler, a journalist for The New York Times and former White House reporter, delves into the shifting political landscape surrounding Trump. He discusses the implications of James Comey's dismissed indictment, highlighting fears of political retribution. Landler also explores the growing fractures within Trump’s base, mentioning Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation and the tension it reveals. As prospects for a post-Trump era loom, Landler analyzes Republican positioning and the evolving dynamics in American politics.
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Court Rebuffs Politically Driven Prosecutions
- The judge dismissed prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James because the appointed prosecutor lacked lawful authority.
- The rulings signal limits on using the Department of Justice as a tool for political vengeance.
Comey's Rallying Call After Dismissal
- James Comey gave an emotional statement calling the prosecution "based on malevolence and incompetence."
- He praised career lawyers who "refuse to be part of this travesty" and urged others to defend the rule of law.
Lawyers Should Defend The Rule Of Law
- Lawyers and firms should resist politically motivated pressure and participate in defending independent justice.
- James Comey urged law firms to step forward to protect the rule of law.