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Threats of DOJ Investigations Against Trump's Adversaries

Legal advisors to President-elect Trump threaten investigations against his adversaries, causing concern within the Justice Department.

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Donald TrumpJack SmithLetitia JamesMike DavisMark Paoletta

What prompted Mike Davis's comments and what did he say?: Davis's comments, which include threats of imprisonment, were made in response to James's statement about fighting back against Trump's administration. Paoletta has also voiced support for the president's authority to influence the Justice Department's investigations.
How are current and former Justice Department officials responding to the threats?: The threats have sparked concern among career DOJ officials, with some considering leaving, while others are determined to remain and continue their work. The situation mirrors Trump's first term, where a special counsel's investigation yielded limited results.
Who are the key figures threatening investigations and prosecutions of Donald Trump's legal adversaries?: Mike Davis, a legal adviser to the president-elect, and Mark Paoletta, a potential attorney general, are threatening investigations and prosecutions of Donald Trump's legal adversaries, including Jack Smith and Letitia James.
What legal protections and checks and balances exist to limit the President's power over the Justice Department?: The Supreme Court's immunity ruling protects presidential orders to the Justice Department from criminal scrutiny, but other checks and balances exist, including judicial dismissals and jury decisions.
What are the different viewpoints regarding the actions of DOJ prosecutors who disagree with the administration's agenda?: Trump's allies believe that DOJ prosecutors who do not align with the administration's agenda should be fired, while others suggest that there are other mechanisms in place to ensure accountability.

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