Justice Department Accelerates Sensitive Prosecutions Ahead of Midterm Elections

The Justice Department faces accusations of partisan timing as it accelerates high-profile legal cases.

The Justice Department has accelerated a series of high-profile legal actions against political opponents and critics as the midterm elections approach. Defense attorneys and Democratic lawmakers argue the sudden urgency and choice of targets reflect partisan motivations. Court filings indicate an unusual speed, with senior political leadership directly involved in signing documents.

• The timingLegal filings show signs of rushed paperwork and unconventional tactics from senior department leaders.
• The reactionCritics and defense teams argue the prosecutions target political opponents with thin evidence.

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