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Former U.S. Attorney Warns of DOJ Contempt Risk

3/21/2025

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Joyce Vance, a former U.S. Attorney, raised alarms over senior DOJ officials potentially facing prosecution for delaying information to U.S. District Judge James Boasberg. She characterized their actions as "stonewalling," warning that this could lead to contempt proceedings and even the appointment of a private prosecutor if the judge's order is violated.

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Story summary

Joyce Vance, a former U.S. Attorney, raised alarms over senior DOJ officials potentially facing prosecution for delaying information to U.S. District Judge James Boasberg. She characterized their actions as "stonewalling," warning that this could lead to contempt proceedings and even the appointment of a private prosecutor if the judge's order is violated.