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An Extraordinary Moment in American Justice

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Eli Honig explains why Trump's direct order to prosecute Jim Comey shatters a fundamental norm in American justice.
David Chalian interviews CNN legal analyst Eli Honig about the unprecedented indictment of Jim Comey, ordered by Donald Trump, which breaches DOJ independence. They discuss the weak evidence, historical context of special counsels, and the dangers of political retribution, with Honig proposing reforms to restore accountability.

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A tight legal discussion about a case that puts the Justice Department's independence under pressure.

James Comey's arraignment gives the piece its sharpest edge, but the larger concern is the pressure on the Justice Department's independence and the line between DOJ and the White House.

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Follow the Comey arraignment as it frames a larger question about DOJ independence.

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