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James Boasberg: If the DOJ refuses, federal law empowers me to appoint a private attorney to prosecute the defendants for contempt…

On the recordApril 15, 2025
If the DOJ refuses, federal law empowers me to appoint a private attorney to prosecute the defendants for contempt instead, as the interest of justice requires.
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James Boasberg
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slate.com

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Boasberg asserts his authority to ensure accountability if the DOJ fails to act.

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