Obstruction of justice
Only the Voters Can Save Our Justice System From Trump's Cover-Ups
We have a president who is obstructing justice before our very eyes, in real time. The fact that he is doing it in public does not make it any less of a crime—and the public should convict him for it at the ballot box.
LA Times Editorial Board Demands Trump Impeachment Now: 'We've Seen Enough'
The paper's editorial board penned a scathing piece demanding President Trump be impeached for both the Ukraine and Russia scandals.
Don McGahn Must Comply with Congressional Subpoena, Federal Judge Rules
Despite the judge's ruling, the case is likely far from over, and the favorable ruling for House Democrats does not mean other current and former officials will ignore the White House's directive and comply with congressional subpoenas.
What Happens Now That the White House Blocked Sondland's Ukraine Testimony?
Rep. Adam Schiff said that the Trump administration's "failure to produce this witness" could be considered "strong evidence of obstruction."
CNN Anchor Confronts Lewandowski With Alleged Obstruction in Mueller Report
Lewandowski again acknowledged that he never read the Mueller report but said he understood its conclusions.
Ted Lieu Uses Ham Sandwich Analogy to Explain How Trump Obstructed Justice
"Mueller gives us a slice of bread, puts ham on it, and then another slice of bread," Lieu tweeted. "Mueller says I didn't make a determination whether or not it's a ham sandwich because I was instructed I can't call it that."
Democrats Can Both Impeach Trump and Win 2020
Americans are warming to Trump's impeachment, and Democrats risk alienating their base by procrastinating further.
GOP Group Airs Ad Urging Party To Take Trump Obstruction Claims 'Seriously'
Chris Truax, a Republicans for the Rule of Law legal adviser and spokesperson, said the ad, which encourages GOP members to take Trump's obstruction allegations "seriously," serves as "a reminder of what patriotism and political bravery can look like."
GOP Congressman Slams Attorney General Barr for Misleading Congress
"Attorney General Barr has deliberately misrepresented key aspects of Mueller's report and decisions in the investigation, which has helped further the president's false narrative," Representative Justin Amash wrote on Twitter.
Fox News Expert Calls Barr's Trump Defense 'Absurd'
Barr has "a very narrow, almost Jesuitical, understanding of the law" former judge Andrew Napolitano explained.
Trump Won't Have Immunity Forever, Ex-U.S. Attorney Warns
Preet Bharara, a former U.S. attorney in New York, said the Mueller report preserves evidence for when President Donald Trump loses his immunity after leaving office.
Mueller Told Barr He Disagreed With Russia Investigation Summary in March
Special counsel Robert Mueller "expressed frustration over the lack of context and the resulting media coverage regarding the special counsel's obstruction analysis," a Justice Department spokesperson said.
Giuliani Slams Democrats' Trump Investigations
"I would fight it because they're illegitimate," Trump's attorney said. "Everybody in the country knows they're prejudiced, they're biased."
Trump Actions 'At Least 100 Times Worse' Than Clinton's
House Oversight Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings said Bill Clinton's behavior "pales in comparison" to Donald Trump's alleged efforts to obstruct justice.
Trump Approval Numbers Drop: New Poll
The data offers a glimpse into how the Trump administration is weathering the controversy surrounding the Thursday release of Mueller's redacted report.
Ex-Agent: Lack of Evidence Not Why Trump Isn't Indicted
"Mueller believed a fairness principle constrained him from accusing the president in the form of recommended charges," a former FBI counterintelligence agent wrote.
Mueller: Trump Aides Refused to 'Carry Out Orders'
Donald Trump intended to fire Robert Mueller, according to the special counsel's report.
Mueller Report Passes Buck to Congress
"The conclusion that Congress may apply the obstruction laws to the President's corrupt exercise of the powers of office accords with our constitutional system of checks and balances and the principle that no person is above the law," special counsel Robert Mueller wrote.
Barr: Obstruction of Justice Evidence Won't Be Redacted
Attorney General William Barr told lawmakers that evidence relating to whether the president obstructed justice "will be identifiable" when he releases a redacted version of the Mueller report next week.
Michael Cohen Grilled Over Possible Trump Pardon
The line of inquiry could lead to evidence of obstruction of justice.
Fox News Judge: Report Shows Trump's 'Corrupt Intent'
In addition, a former senior counsel to independent counsel Ken Starr's Whitewater probe of President Bill Clinton tweeted that the actions would constitute "impeachable activity."
McCabe: Trump May Have Won 'With Aid of Russia'
"I was very concerned that I was able to put the Russia case on absolutely solid ground, in an indelible fashion," former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe told "60 Minutes."
U.S. Must Not Deport Trump Golf Course Workers: Lawyer
"All of them, I consider, are material witnesses to a federal crime," Anibal Romero said of undocumented workers who were fired from Trump golf clubs.
Giuliani '100% Certain' Trump Didn't Obstruct Justice
"It goes something like this, 'If you don't go easy on Flynn, I'll break your kneecaps," the lawyer and former New York City mayor said.
Republicans Who Demand Impeachment, Except For Trump
Republicans have been largely silent about the allegations, with some calling the report false or either showing reluctance to answer questions on the matter.
Barr's Comments Hint at Trump Obstruction Possibility
A report from BuzzFeed News that Trump instructed Michael Cohen to lie to Congress under oath could have major ramifications.
Attorney: Manafort Going to Jail Over Witness Tampering
"He's going to have to bring his toothbrush to court on Friday," a former U.S. attorney said Tuesday.
Trump Critics Say Only A Dictator Would Pardon Himself
Critics say President Donald Trump's legal team's stance that he cannot obstruct justice is position a king or dictator would take.
Trump Lawyers Wrote Confidential Letter to Mueller
President Trump's lawyers expressed concern that he could be exposed to accusations by investigators of lying, or committing a crime, or an impeachable offense.
Trump Impeachment Is Just a Matter of Time, Steyer Says
"I liken it to being on a wild horse," Steyer said of America under Trump.