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Shooting suspect requests recusal of DOJ officials from case
A man charged in connection with the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is requesting the disqualification of two Justice Department officials from his prosecution. His legal team argues that their involvement could present a conflict of interest. (sources: pbs, theguardian, foxnews, cbsnews)
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The suspect, Cole Allen, is seeking to bar U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche from participating in his case. His lawyers argue that their attendance at the event may classify them as potential victims or witnesses.
- Cole Allen is charged with attacking the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
- Allen's legal team argues that Pirro and Blanche may be considered victims or witnesses.
- The request for recusal aims to address potential conflicts of interest in the prosecution.
Why it matters
The outcome of this request could impact the prosecution's approach to the case.
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