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Trump Declares Crisis, Expands Powers Amid Legal Challenges

9/5/2025

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President Trump asserts the U.S. is in crisis, using this to justify expanded executive powers, including tariffs and immigration measures.
Judge Zia Faruqui criticized the Justice Department for dismissing a case against a Trump threat, claiming a constitutional crisis exists.
Faruqui expressed concerns over the DOJ prioritizing social media metrics over due process and credibility.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro defended her office, emphasizing a commitment to law and order amid rising crime.

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President Trump asserts the U.S. is in crisis, using this to justify expanded executive powers, including tariffs and immigration measures.
Judge Zia Faruqui criticized the Justice Department for dismissing a case against a Trump threat, claiming a constitutional crisis exists.
Faruqui expressed concerns over the DOJ prioritizing social media metrics over due process and credibility.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro defended her office, emphasizing a commitment to law and order amid rising crime.