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A Case Against Trump's Retribution Lawyers? Probably Not.
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi and former U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan are embroiled in controversy over their handling of high-profile cases against Trump's enemies, but it seems unlikely that either woman will face disciplinary action from the Florida Bar.
The state rules governing attorneys dictate that violations can lead to sanctions, including disbarment. However, Bondi has been shielded by the Florida Bar itself, which claims it cannot investigate her due to its own rules prohibiting investigations into sitting U.S. officials while they are in office. This effectively closes the door on any potential disciplinary action against Bondi as long as she remains in her current position.
As for Halligan, who was installed as head of the Eastern District of Virginia's U.S. Attorney's Office with little prior prosecutorial experience, the Florida Bar could potentially take a closer look at her actions. However, it's unlikely that she would be disciplined under the state's rules governing prosecutors.
The main hurdle is proving that Halligan knowingly brought cases without probable cause, which appears to be an insurmountable standard given the low bar set by grand jury standards. Additionally, whether she has violated the "Brady" rule requiring timely disclosure of evidence to defense attorneys is still unclear, as the cases are in their infancy.
While it's impossible to predict what might happen if Halligan were to leave her current position or retire, it seems unlikely that disciplinary action would automatically follow. As the Comey and James cases unfold, more information will become available about potential ethics violations, but for now, it appears that Bondi and Halligan are relatively safe from retribution.
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi and former U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan are embroiled in controversy over their handling of high-profile cases against Trump's enemies, but it seems unlikely that either woman will face disciplinary action from the Florida Bar.
The state rules governing attorneys dictate that violations can lead to sanctions, including disbarment. However, Bondi has been shielded by the Florida Bar itself, which claims it cannot investigate her due to its own rules prohibiting investigations into sitting U.S. officials while they are in office. This effectively closes the door on any potential disciplinary action against Bondi as long as she remains in her current position.
As for Halligan, who was installed as head of the Eastern District of Virginia's U.S. Attorney's Office with little prior prosecutorial experience, the Florida Bar could potentially take a closer look at her actions. However, it's unlikely that she would be disciplined under the state's rules governing prosecutors.
The main hurdle is proving that Halligan knowingly brought cases without probable cause, which appears to be an insurmountable standard given the low bar set by grand jury standards. Additionally, whether she has violated the "Brady" rule requiring timely disclosure of evidence to defense attorneys is still unclear, as the cases are in their infancy.
While it's impossible to predict what might happen if Halligan were to leave her current position or retire, it seems unlikely that disciplinary action would automatically follow. As the Comey and James cases unfold, more information will become available about potential ethics violations, but for now, it appears that Bondi and Halligan are relatively safe from retribution.
they're basically above the law now. i mean, Pam Bondi gets shielded by her own state bar because of some silly rule, and Lindsey Halligan's gonna fly under the radar till she decides to retire or leave her job. what's next? is trump gonna be the one deciding who stays in office and who gets tossed out?! 
it's like they're all playing some kinda twisted game of musical chairs, but instead of chairs, it's justice and accountability that get left standing... 
. I mean, as a fan of "The Lincoln Lawyer" series by Michael Connelly, I know how important it is to have your prosecution team on point. But it seems like Bondi and Halligan are dodging the bullet for now 
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. Meanwhile, Halligan is dealing with some questionable prosecution decisions, but it looks like she'll be okay too.
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What's the source on these allegations? How do we know they didn't follow procedure to the letter? And what's with the Florida Bar's weird rules that let Bondi off the hook? 
. But nope, they just skate by 
while their enemies are left to deal with the consequences 
. And what's up with this "probable cause" thingy? 
It sounds like a bunch of mumbo-jumbo 
. Can't we just have some clear rules and stick to them? 
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. We need to pay close attention to how these cases play out and whether or not there's any accountability for those involved 
. I mean, come on, if anyone else was as clueless as Lindsey Halligan and brought cases without probable cause, they'd be outta a job faster than you can say " obstruction of justice". But nope, she gets to skate because of her connections and the fact that Trump's people are basically above the law 
. This is why we can't trust any of these folks to do what's right...
I get that Trump's got a lot of enemies and maybe some folks are feeling a little salty, but let's not rush to judgment just yet 
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. And Bondi, you're just getting a free pass because of your position?! That's just wrong on so many levels 
. I swear, it's like we live in some kind of parallel universe where the law just doesn't apply to certain people!
. I mean, can you imagine if they were held accountable for their actions? It would be a major blow to the entire system 
. But at the same time, it's kinda weird that the Florida Bar is giving Bondi a free pass despite some questionable behavior 
#JusticeForAll #AccountabilityMatters #TrumpCases
. I mean, come on, Bondi's already got a special pass because of the whole U.S. official thing... it's just too convenient. And Halligan? She's like a rookie trying to navigate the system... it's not looking good for her either 
. I'm not saying they definitely won't get caught in something, but the odds are stacked against them right now. Fingers crossed for some accountability down the line 
. But it seems like Bondi and Halligan are getting a free pass for now... 
I mean, can't say I blame the Florida Bar for not wanting to rock the boat with sitting U.S. officials, but it feels like they're playing politics instead of justice 
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