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Historian Urges Racketeering Lawsuits Against Trump Under RICO

5/23/2025

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Historian Jonathan Zasloff advocates for law firms to pursue racketeering lawsuits against Donald Trump under civil RICO laws.
Trump's executive orders aimed at law firms involved in the Mueller investigation, revoking security clearances and halting contracts.
Zasloff highlights extortion, bribery, and obstruction of justice as possible civil charges against Trump.
Civil RICO could lead to severe penalties, including treble damages and comprehensive discovery of Trump's conduct.

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Historian Jonathan Zasloff advocates for law firms to pursue racketeering lawsuits against Donald Trump under civil RICO laws.
Trump's executive orders aimed at law firms involved in the Mueller investigation, revoking security clearances and halting contracts.
Zasloff highlights extortion, bribery, and obstruction of justice as possible civil charges against Trump.
Civil RICO could lead to severe penalties, including treble damages and comprehensive discovery of Trump's conduct.