Summary
This article discusses various legal challenges and actions involving the Trump administration and related figures. It highlights different individuals, such as judges and lawyers, and their roles in ongoing legal battles. The piece is part of Newsweek's "Conventional Wisdom" series that uses arrows to indicate the influence of political figures and events.
Key Facts
- Lindsey Halligan, a Trump-associated attorney, indicted James Comey and Letitia James, but faced criticism for investigative errors.
- Gregory Bovino, a Border Patrol commander, was found to have lied under oath but avoided immediate consequences.
- Judge James Boasberg found probable cause against Trump officials for not following his orders, but the DC Circuit has temporarily blocked further actions.
- Emil Bove, initially Trump's deputy AG, gave controversial advice, and was later confirmed to a Third Circuit judicial seat.
- Jeanine Pirro left Fox News to become DC’s top prosecutor but has faced numerous legal setbacks.
- Abbe Lowell has represented various figures both during Trump's first and second terms, showcasing legal dynamics within the administration.
- "Conventional Wisdom" is a feature that uses arrows to show the changing influence of political figures, revived to critique media and political trends.
