Analyst Warns Trump's DOJ Investigation of E. Jean Carroll May Backfire
Trump DOJ's investigation of E. Jean Carroll could backfire spectacularly: analyst

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Analyst Steve Benen suggests that the Department of Justice's investigation into E. Jean Carroll could backfire on former President Donald Trump. The investigation may revive public scrutiny of his alleged sexual misconduct and could lead to claims of vindictive prosecution.
- 01Steve Benen argues that the DOJ's investigation will likely not result in a conviction for Trump.
- 02The investigation could reignite public awareness of Trump's history of alleged sexual abuse.
- 03Benen cites the 'Broadview Six' case as a parallel, where prosecutorial missteps led to charges being dismissed.
- 04Carroll's legal team may successfully argue vindictive prosecution based on the investigation's context.
- 05The case could remind the public of the jury's previous findings against Trump in the civil sexual assault case.
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In an analysis for MS NOW's MaddowBlog, Steve Benen warns that the Department of Justice's investigation into E. Jean Carroll could have detrimental effects for former President Donald Trump. He suggests that the investigation is unlikely to yield a conviction and will instead bring Trump's long history of alleged sexual misconduct back into public discourse. Benen draws a parallel to the 'Broadview Six' case, where prosecutorial errors led to the dismissal of charges, indicating that Carroll's attorneys could argue vindictive prosecution. This investigation may bolster claims that the Trump-led Justice Department is pursuing dubious cases against individuals the president dislikes. Regardless of the outcome, the investigation may also remind the public of the jury's previous ruling that found Trump civilly liable for sexual assault, bringing previously overlooked details back into focus. This situation unfolds as Trump continues to appeal against substantial judgments related to the Carroll defamation case.
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