Some prosecutors (both state and federal) act as blind zealots and seek a conviction at any cost. However, their statutory role is to, “see that justice is done” and not merely to seek a conviction. But many have monumental egos which defeat any objectivity.
This case is especially troubling because, as reported, the prosecutors knowingly withheld significant exculpatory evidence from the defense. If true, they are not only guilty of gross misconduct, but they may also be prosecuted themselves (for an array of charges; obstruction, wrongful prosecution, etc.). In addition, the case investigators know what “evidence” they collected and what data needed to be provided to the defense pursuant to law. What evidence was provided to the Judge and how did he rule re its admissibility? Lotsa questions here.
AG Holder’s actions of withdrawing the conviction are amazing to say the least. Now the govt. is supposed to investigate their own? This presents additional problems. I assume a Special Prosecutor (outside the DOJ) will need to handle this investigation. This will be interesting case to follow and I would not be surprised if some of the prosecutors and/or investigators are charged criminally.
The AGO is a very political office. Let’s hope Holder is not motivated by his own partisan position.
When did the FBI whistleblower tell Justice, and when did Holder learn of it?
Anyone who knew this and waited until after the election is complicit in rigging a federal election.