The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has filed a motion asking a judge to dismiss a case initiated by the Trump administration against the organization. The SPLC claims that the prosecution is selective and vindictive. In its filing on Tuesday, the SPLC described the charges as part of a broader campaign of retribution, citing various comments made by President Trump.
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Southern Poverty Law Center requests dismissal of DOJ indictment
The Southern Poverty Law Center has requested the dismissal of a case brought against it by the Trump administration, alleging that the prosecution is selective and vindictive. The SPLC's filing includes references to statements made by President Trump as part of its argument.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'vindictive prosecution'
- ✕ loaded language: 'selectively and vindictively prosecuted'
- ✕ loaded language: 'top-down, retributive campaign'
- ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion
- ✕ omitted response: a named/criticized party is given no chance to respond
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Southern Poverty Law Center labels DOJ indictment vindictive prosecution in dismissal bid
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Southern Poverty Law Center requests dismissal of DOJ indictment