Let's be clear. If Individual-1 were anyone other than president, the grand jury would have already indicted him. Yet, SDNY can prosecute the Trump Organization. Over 100 years ago in N.Y. Central v. US #SCOTUS recognized corporate criminal liability
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Former DAG, @SallyQYates comments at NYU in 2015
"Crime is crime. And it is our obligation at the Justice Department to ensure that we are holding lawbreakers accountable regardless of whether they commit their crimes on the street corner or in the boardroom."
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"Crime is crime. And it is our obligation at the Justice Department to ensure that we are holding lawbreakers accountable regardless of whether they commit their crimes on the street corner or in the boardroom."
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Also, let's consider state criminal offenses, such as tax fraud, associated with the paramour payoffs and coverups. Note, NY state recognizes corporate criminal liability. Plus, the president cannot pardon his corporation for state law offenses.
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DOJ Principles for Prosecution of Bus. Orgs. 9-28.1300: "In deciding whether to charge a corporation, prosecutors should consider whether charges against the individuals responsible for the corporation’s malfeasance will adequately satisfy the goals of federal prosecution" 5/
Lots to consider. Buckle up.
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