Staff Reports
In a bold move that has sparked controversy, businessman Vivek Ramaswamy is calling for Attorney General Letitia James to be disbarred over her handling of the civil fraud case against former President Donald Trump. Ramaswamy, a former Republican presidential candidate, argues that the hefty $454 million fine imposed on Trump as a result of the case is a violation of the 8th Amendment and a threat to all Americans.
Ramaswamy minced no words in his condemnation of James, labeling her pursuit of Trump as a “disgusting crusade.” He expressed concerns that James, who campaigned on targeting Trump, is unjustly using her position to fulfill a personal vendetta rather than uphold the law.
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The businessman’s criticism comes in response to news that James is taking steps to potentially seize Trump’s properties, including the Trump National Golf Club Westchester and Seven Springs estate in New York, if he fails to meet the Monday deadline for payment. Ramaswamy raised eyebrows by highlighting that the alleged financial discrepancies in the case had no identifiable victims, as Trump had borrowed money in a legitimate manner and repaid it with interest.
Furthermore, Ramaswamy stressed that the excessive fine demanded of Trump under the civil case is disproportionate and unreasonable, potentially setting a dangerous precedent for the justice system. He called for James to face consequences for what he perceives as an abuse of power and a breach of the 8th Amendment.
Alongside Ramaswamy, former Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker has chimed in, predicting that the Supreme Court may intervene to address the constitutional concerns raised by the case. Whitaker underscored the importance of safeguarding citizens from unjust government actions, emphasizing that excessive fines and punitive measures go against the principles upon which the nation was founded.
With the deadline looming for Trump to pay the monumental fine, the legal saga continues to unfold amidst heated debates over justice, power dynamics, and constitutional rights. The call to disbar James and reassess the case through the lens of the 8th Amendment underscores the deep-seated divisions and controversies that surround this high-profile legal showdown.
