LaMonica McIver and Schrodinger's Baraka - emptywheel
Briefly

Alina Habba's announcement of LaMonica McIver's indictment, naming Ras Baraka, coincided strangely with an election, leading to questions about the case's integrity. The delayed docketing of the indictment meant early coverage lacked depth, failing to address numerous contradictions in the government's narrative. McIver maintains her innocence, arguing that the proceedings are politically motivated by the Trump administration. Key issues raised include uncertainties regarding the indictment and witness statements, particularly concerning the actions and whereabouts of those involved, casting doubt on the prosecution's case.
The facts of this case will prove was I was simply doing my job and will expose these proceedings for what they are: a brazen attempt at political intimidation.
The holes in the indictment - about permitting concerns raised by Newark, about GEO Group's ownership of Delaney Hall - obscure the complexity about who had authority to do what at the facility.
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