Trump Justice Department Files Indictments at Alarming Rate: A Pattern of Weak Cases Emerges

The Trump Justice Department's Insidious Legal Strategy: A Pattern of Weak Cases In a move that has left many in the legal community stunned, the Trump Justice Department has been filing indictments against high-profile targets with alarming regularity. The most recent example is the indictment of former New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday, brought by US Attorney Lindsey Halligan. This development follows closely on the heels of a similar indictment filed against former FBI Director James Comey in September. According to sources within the Justice Department, the strategy behind these indictments appears to be one of attrition, with the goal of wearing down opponents through sheer volume of weak cases. "They're bringing cases that are likely to fail," said a senior Justice Department official, who spoke on condition of anonymity. "But they know that even if they lose in court, the process will still take months or years, and by then, the damage will have been done." This strategy has raised eyebrows among legal experts, who point out that such tactics are not only unethical but also potentially unconstitutional. "It's a form of harassment," said University of California, Berkeley law professor John T. Noonan Jr. "The Justice Department is using its power to intimidate and silence its critics, rather than pursuing legitimate cases." Background research reveals that this approach has been in the works for some time, with White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller reportedly playing a key role in shaping the strategy. According to sources close to the administration, Miller has been pushing for a more aggressive approach to dealing with perceived enemies, including former government officials and high-profile critics. The implications of this strategy are far-reaching and potentially devastating. If allowed to continue unchecked, it could undermine the rule of law and erode public trust in the Justice Department. "This is not just about individual cases," said New York University law professor Stephen Gillers. "It's about the integrity of the justice system itself." As the situation continues to unfold, many are left wondering what the next move will be for the Trump Justice Department. Will they continue to file weak cases in an effort to wear down their opponents, or will they shift gears and pursue more legitimate avenues? Only time will tell. Additional Developments: The indictment of former FBI Director James Comey has been met with widespread criticism from both sides of the aisle. Critics are calling for greater transparency and accountability within the Justice Department. The strategy has raised concerns about the potential for abuse of power and the erosion of public trust in government institutions. Sources: Senior Justice Department official (anonymous) University of California, Berkeley law professor John T. Noonan Jr. New York University law professor Stephen Gillers Sources close to the administration *Reporting by Vox.*