Retribution

Federal Judge Blocks Parts of Trump’s Executive Order Targeting Law Firm Perkins Coie for Alleged Election Retribution

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ISTANBUL — A U.S. federal judge has placed a temporary hold on several sections of an executive directive from President Donald Trump, which was perceived as retaliatory against the law firm Perkins Coie, previously counsel to Hillary Clinton. Clinton was Trump’s opponent in the 2016 presidential election. The judicial intervention by US District Judge Beryl Howell occurred on Wednesday, targeting three specific parts of the presidential order: These included restrictions that barred attorneys from Perkins Coie from entering government buildings, curbed their interactions with federal officials, and heightened the scrutiny of the firm’s federal contracts. … Read more

President Trump Appoints Kash Patel as FBI Director in Radical Shake-up, Targets Wide-Scale Reform and Retribution

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WASHINGTON — In a move that has reverberated through the corridors of power in Washington, President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Kash Patel, a staunch supporter and career attorney, to head the FBI. This decision, announced via Truth Social on a recent Saturday night, is seen as Trump’s bold attempt to transform the nation’s top law enforcement body and address what he sees as deep-seated corruption within. Trump lauded Patel as a “brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter,” highlighting his extensive efforts to expose corruption and defend justice throughout his career. This nomination fits into … Read more

Hunter Biden’s Legal Team Seeks Pardon, Citing Fears of Political Retribution Under Trump Presidency

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WASHINGTON — Attorneys for Hunter Biden are pushing for a presidential pardon for President Joe Biden’s son, arguing that his criminal convictions for gun and tax offenses are politically tainted. With his sentencing set to occur in the coming weeks, Hunter Biden’s legal team fears that the re-election of Donald Trump could lead to further legal challenges arguing Trump might weaponize the justice system against him. The detailed plea for clemency spans a 52-page document released by his defense team entitled “The Political Prosecutions of Hunter Biden.” It suggests that the charges, which could land … Read more

Former Trump Lawyer Warns of Potential ‘Retribution’ Awaiting Biden If He Loses: What’s at Stake for the President-Elect?

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump’s lawyer has warned that President Joe Biden may face severe consequences if he loses power. Michael Cohen, a prominent figure from the Trump administration, highlighted the potential for “retribution” against Biden should his presidency be cut short. These comments come as political tensions in the United States continue to run high. Cohen’s statement reflects the deeply divided political climate, where animosity and hostility exist between the two major parties. The notion of retribution suggests that the consequences of losing power could extend beyond simply relinquishing control of the … Read more