Former DOJ Lawyer Alleges Trump Administration Ordered False Testimony | AI News Digest
A recent report has brought to light serious allegations made by Erez Reuveni, a former attorney for the Justice Department, who disclosed in an interview with 60 Minutes that he was directed by his superiors during the Trump administration to inaccurately portray Kilmar Ábrego García as a gang member in court. Reuveni, who was later terminated from his role, refused to follow these orders, arguing that the accusations were unfounded and infringed on due process rights. The administration had previously leveled grave accusations against Ábrego García, suggesting connections to the MS-13 gang and human trafficking—claims Reuveni deemed baseless. This revelation raises critical questions about the integrity of legal proceedings and the risks of government overreach in prematurely labeling individuals as criminals without sufficient evidence. Such actions could erode public confidence in the justice system and underscore the urgent need for accountability within governmental institutions.
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