Constitutional Law
Aug. 4, 2025
Trump's retribution campaign has tragic consequences for justice
President Trump has transformed the Department of Justice into a tool for retribution -- ordering investigations and prosecutions of critics and political opponents while protecting allies -- dismantling the post-Watergate tradition of an independent, impartial DOJ and undermining public trust in the rule of law.
William Rothbard
Email: Rothbard@FTCAdLaw.com
William Rothbard is a former attorney-advisor to the FTC chairman. He practices FTC advertising and marketing law in Los Angeles and has substantial experience litigating under the Federal Trade Commission Act. He may be reached at Rothbard@FTCAdLaw.com.
During the 2024 campaign, Donald Trump complained incessantly of politically motivated prosecution by the Biden Justice Department. He claimed indictments for his attempted overthrow of the government and theft of classified information were a "witch hunt" and "election interference." His constant harping about being a "lawfare victim" was so effective that many believe it helped propel his victory. Upon regaining power, he vowed retribution against those who had wanted ...
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