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Southern Poverty Law Center labels DOJ indictment vindictive prosecution in dismissal bid

Southern Poverty Law Center labels DOJ indictment vindictive prosecution in dismissal bid

Summary

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has asked a judge to dismiss a legal case filed by the Department of Justice against them. The SPLC says the charges are unfair and a form of punishment motivated by President Donald Trump’s comments.

Key Facts

  • The DOJ brought a case against the Southern Poverty Law Center.
  • The SPLC filed a motion to dismiss the case on Tuesday.
  • The SPLC claims the prosecution is selective and meant to punish them.
  • They describe the case as part of a "top-down, retributive campaign."
  • The SPLC cites statements made by President Donald Trump related to the case.
  • The group focuses on civil rights issues.
  • The request to dismiss seeks to stop the case from continuing in court.
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