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Trump to Sue DOJ for $100M Over 2022 Mar-a-Lago Raid, Alleging Political Persecution

Aug 12, 2024, 02:12 PM

Former President Donald Trump plans to sue the Department of Justice (DOJ) for $100 million over the FBI's 2022 raid on his Mar-a-Lago estate. Trump's legal team claims the raid was politically motivated and violated his privacy and due process rights, describing it as 'unconstitutional' and against Florida law. They argue that the raid constituted 'tortious conduct' and 'political persecution' by the government. This lawsuit follows the dismissal of a related case against Trump, with his attorneys criticizing the actions of Attorney General Merrick Garland and FBI Director Christopher Wray. The legal notice filed by Trump's attorney alleges 'malicious political prosecution' and 'abuse of process.' Additionally, another legal notice mentions a $115 million claim.