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Ex-prosecutor on DOJ's Powell probe and Trump's targeting of opponents

Ex-prosecutor on DOJ's Powell probe and Trump's targeting of opponents

Summary

The Justice Department is investigating the Federal Reserve and its Chairman, Jerome Powell. President Trump has taken similar initiatives targeting political opponents. Geoff Bennett discussed these legal matters with Mary McCord from Georgetown University.

Key Facts

  • The Justice Department is looking into the Federal Reserve.
  • Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, is part of this investigation.
  • President Trump has been involved in actions against his political rivals.
  • Geoff Bennett spoke with Mary McCord to explore these legal issues.
  • Mary McCord is associated with Georgetown University's Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection.

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