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Vance: DOJ doesn't prosecute based on Trump's opinions
JD Vance defended the DOJ's indictment decisions, disputing claims of political pressure from Trump. Trump previously criticized Attorney General James, former FBI Director Comey, and Senator Schiff on social media. James and Comey have been indicted recently, prompting worries among Democrats. Vance denied Trump's influence, affirming the president's right to opinions regarding law enforcement. He emphasized that legal justification, not Trump's orders, drives prosecutions. Vance highlighted the absence of indictments against prominent Democrats like Biden, Obama, and Clinton. The mentioned indictments include charges against James for bank fraud and making false statements. Vance dismissed concerns of ProPublica's reporting about Trump's cabinet members' mortgages. He stated the law should guide the prosecution process, as indicated by the legal system. He also shrugged off the credibility of the reports in reference to the situation.