U.S. District Judge Emmet G. Sullivan in April 2009. Theres no room with the Nationals. President Biden has announced the formation of a commission to study the feasibility of giving reparations to every black American as a way to make up for that slavery thing that The New York Times tells us America couldnt have existed without. Joe Hoft, by Judge Sullivans Maybe the bare allegations contained in the criminal complaint was enough for you. A PO PO? Judge Sullivan is the recipient of many honors, including the Ollie May Cooper Award awarded by the Washington Bar Association, the Thurgood Marshall Award of Excellence awarded by the Howard University Alumni Association, and the Howard University Distinguished Alumni Award awarded by the President and Board of Trustees of Howard University. None of my friends would believe me but I'm speechless! As John Adams wrote to Thomas Jefferson on Feb. 2, 1816, I say, that Power must never be trusted Without a Check. Today, we can be grateful for at least one federal court providing that check and keeping our political leaders honest. A speech?! Nancy Pelosis top priority is to turn America into a one-party nation ruled by Democrats. After weeks of hype, CBS finally televised Meghan Markle and Prince Harrys interview with Oprah. When a Whitesboro police officer approached the judge to inform him of his sons need to come to the station to be issued an appearance ticket, Daniel Sullivan asked if the officer really had to arrest him and argued that a charge of animal cruelty did not apply, according to commission documents. He subsequently became a partner and was actively engaged in the general practice of law with that firm until August 1980, when his partner, William C. Gardner, was appointed as an Associate Judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Without question, the vast majority of Americans who support former President Donald Trump were angry and frustrated throughout 2020 passed with barely a mention of then-U.S. Attorney John Durhams criminal investigation into the FBIs fraudulent Russiagate counterterrorism operation directed at his 2016 campaign.In the weeks before the November election, word got out that then-Attorney General William Barr wasnt going to announce any indictments or even a report on Durhams investigation because he did not want to influence the outcome.So far, in fact, the only indictment to come out of the Durham probe is that of former FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith, who essentially got a slap on the wrist, Rep. Steve Cohen vowed to renew the push to remove former FBI Director J. Edgar Hoovers name from the bureaus downtown Washington headquarters, according to an interview released Monday. Judge Sullivan usually gives prosecutors a hard time, not because theyve necessarily done anything wrong but because he holds the government to a very high standard, Glenn Kirschner, a former federal prosecutor who has often appeared before Sullivan, said in 2018. The $100K was apparently donated to a scholarship fund for children who had been in foster homes. Mark Duell &, by What are they, the black Harvard? The president and his allies have repeatedly attacked the special counsels investigation from its earliest days, characterizing it as a partisan witch hunt fixated on Trumps undoing. In 1968, he received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from Howard University and, in 1971, a Juris Doctor Degree from the Howard University School of Law. How this man ever became a judge (I Know) and how he STAYS a judge is way beyond me. His service on that committee culminated with the appointment of Kurt Schmoke, by President H. Patrick Swygert, to serve as the current Dean of the School of Law. The D.C.-born son of a police officer is a graduate of Howard University School of Law and the longest-serving active federal judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Unfortunately, he did nothing of the sort, demonstrating that the trust of the appellate court was misplaced. In short, the episode introduced the country to a federal judge acting as a steward of the separation of powers, ensuring that one of the political branches of government carried out its duties properly. CNN reached out to the White House for comment and did not immediately receive a reply. He is a member of the National Bar Association, the Washington Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar and The Bar Association of the District of Columbia. Court asks retired judge to oppose Justice Dept. Sullivan gained widespread attention in 2009 after the Justice Department asked the court to wipe out former Sen. Ted Stevens convictions on federal conflict-of Crickets. Some of these people are well known, others lesser so. In the end, the judges steadfastness saved the Justice Department from itself or at least from its attorney general. On November 25, 1991, Judge Sullivan was appointed by President George Bush to serve as an Associate Judge of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. Joe Hoft, Posted By: earlybird, Lets be clear here. And why? Kirschner said. In the old days it was called the System. Jeter Downs needs to play to develop. But they all played critical roles at various times during the Obama administration. As an Associate Judge of the Superior Court, Judge Sullivan was one of only seven judges in the twenty-four year history of that court to have served full-time in every division. Biden's recent comment about a little girl was too much to ignore, really. There is no point in listening to anything this absurd clown says. Sullivans extraordinary action recalled to many his excavation of one of the Justice Departments worst scandals a decade ago the botching of a campaign finance investigation into Sen. Ted Stevens (R-Alaska). Conservatives on social media have been using Blue Anon to describe Democrats who believe in various government-sanctioned conspiracy theories, leading some on the Left to attempt to censor the potent term. The Democrats know the Flynn case will break the dam, and all the evidence of their corruption will flood the media. Kate Bennett, by His rulings were all reasonable, U.S. District Judge Royce C. Lamberth, a longtime colleague and a 1987 Reagan appointee, said afterward. And fortunately, Trump used his pardon power to check a judge who was out of control and to deliver long-overdue justice to Flynn. What a family the deep state judge has. The exact condition of the victim is unknown, however, the episode was serious enough that the dogs were subsequently moved to Wilmington (Snip) . Bushs pardon of Caspar Weinberger still linger over the three presidents legacies. With any reservations about the integrity of the 2020 presidential election being willfully suppressed by most of the national political media and social media, and the Democrats as the governing party in the White House, and the Capitol torquing up to try to secure the adoption of House Speaker Nancy Pelosis bill H.R. LUCAS: Emmet Sullivan was born and raised in Washington, D.C., the son of a Metropolitan police officer. Yes it does if it isnt true , but you will never see the Judge defend himself because it is true. No, but the government saying it had no case and that it could not actually prove that Flynn had violated any law certainly means he is not guilty in the eyes of law. Judge Sullivan has also taught as an adjunct professor at the Howard University School of Law and has served as a member of the visiting faculty at Harvard Law School's Trial Advocacy Workshop. He served on the Board of Directors of the District of Columbia Law Students in Court Program; the District of Columbia Judicial Conference Voluntary Arbitration Committee; the Nominating Committee of the Bar Association of the District of Columbia; and the US District Court Committee on Grievances. When does it stop? he said. Profile Of Judge Sullivan, Criticized For Handling Of Michael Flynn Legal Fellow and Manager, Meese Center for Legal Studies, Election Law Reform Initiative Manager, Senior Legal Fellow. He does wear his heart on his sleeve sometimes, but so do I. . Which made the Justice Departments decision to drop the charges so perplexing. The en banc court gently prodded him to resolve the issues quickly, saying, we trust and expect the District Court to proceed with appropriate dispatch.. Initially, Rice publicly denied the allegations, claiming that I know nothing about this. Where is Chief Justice Roberts on checking this guy's runaway abuse of power in the Flynn case? Instead, he said, the Court finds . The 2020 election was a no holds barred foreign and domestic attack on our election system to destroy a pro American like DJT at any cost. I'm cynical enough at this point to believe that the hoopla over the 2000 election in Florida was experimenting going on to rig elections after that, which certainly includes ramping up various cheating methods for 2008, 2012, and 2016. Debra Heine, by Martin Robinson But I have faith in Sidney Powell. Judges, Eliason said, dont like to be manipulated.. N. I just hope this isn't true. The theme for the conference was Rejuvenating Juvenile Justice - Responses to the Problems of Juvenile Violence in the District of Columbia. On September 28, 1994, Judge Sullivan was appointed by Chief Judge Wagner to chair the Task Force on Families and Violence for the District of Columbia Courts.. However, last May, acting on instructions from Attorney General William P. Barr, the Justice Department did a startling about-face in the case, seeking to dismiss it by arguing in court that prosecutors should never have brought the case in the first place. But even as Biden christened the exploratory committee, one of his own senior advisers declared that black America aint gonna wait on no committee or study.(Snip)Were going to start acting now, White House senior adviser Cedric Richmond told Axios last week. Sullivan has a reputation as a leading judicial advocate for fuller disclosure of evidence by prosecutors to defendants. Circuit regarding whether that appeals court should force his hand in the case of Michael Flynn, President Donald Trumps former National Security Advisor. (Video: Jeremy Raff, Connie Chavez/The Washington Post), Comparisons of claims against the evidence, Emmet Sullivans handling of the Michael Flynn case is vindicated, Bidens misleading deficit claim earns him a Bottomless Pinocchio, Fact-checking Trumps reaction to Bidens reelection announcement. If some of this can't get Judge Sullivan recused from the case, I don't know what would. Whistleblower acct of Judge Sullivan Powell has advocated fiercely for Flynn since taking on the former three-star Army general as a client, and she bluntly attacked Sullivans outspokenness as evidence of his bias. On June 16, 1994, Judge Sullivan was appointed by President William Clinton to serve as United States District Judge for the District of Columbia. Ours is a nation of checks and balances. U.S. District Court Judge Emmet Sullivan on Wednesday, through his counsel, filed a reply brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. But theres only so long that they can hold this off. Such is the cost of exercising unreviewable power. Circuit, sitting en banc,gaveSullivan a face-saving out to continue handling the case, overrulinga panel decisionthat had ordered him to immediately dismiss the case. Of course, he asserted, the Court Has Discretion to Review the Unopposed Rule 48(a) Motion [to Dismiss], and to review it for either Deficient Reasoning Or Prosecutorial Abuse., While never actually saying whether he would have refused to dismiss the charges absent the presidents pardonalthough from his order it seems likely he would have refused, despite the grave separation of powers concerns such an action would have raisedSullivan claimed it was a close call., In fact, he goes on to say that while not conclusory, many of the governments reasons for why it has decided to reverse course and seek dismissal in this case appear pretextual, particularly in view of the surrounding circumstances.. All rights reserved. Judge Emmet G. Sullivan was born in Washington, DC and attended public schools in the District of Columbia until his graduation from McKinley High School in 1964. Judge Sullivan: A Prosecutor in Robes :: Gatestone Institute The Washington Times in 2019 first reported Democrats bid to strip the longtime FBI directors name from the bureaus headquarters. Legal experts say Sullivans actions in recent weeks open the door for proceedings that could help the judge and public understand why Flynn has now insisted he is innocent after earlier admitting guilt under oath. Elliot Williams was a deputy assistant attorney general at the Justice Department from 2013 to 2017. A Whitestown judge has been censured for lending the prestige of his office to assist his son regarding pending criminal charges in 2013, the state Commission on Judicial Conduct announced Wednesday. Some people, obviously, do not want General Flynn to be a free man. effort to drop Michael Flynn case, examine whether ex-Trump adviser committed perjury. Instead, apparently so anxious to become the First Lady by any means necessary, Mrs. Biden continued to push her failing husbands campaign forward as if he were mentally qualified. It's time for the Justice Department to impound this guy's robe and gavel permanently. Following that, if it becomes necessary, an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court where it is doubtful that the Democrat conspirators will have enough votes, will again end up with a decision that will squash the Flynn persecution once and for all before the November election. It was really bad and it explains why theyre afraid to have him deliver an address to Congress or do any kind of a real solo press conference, because at this point they have to be afraid this is all going to fall apart if he does anything live and this all becomes too obvious to the American people. by Upon his appointment by President Ronald Reagan to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia on October 3, 1984, Judge Sullivan became the ninth lawyer from the Houston firm to become a judge. The look on his face and the way he said itCan't ignore that. Gabe Kaminsky, by Maybe a someone should check his bank account to find out if any large deposits have been made recently. Judge Sullivan is featured as the Judge in two juror orientation movies, one of which is shown daily to all prospective jurors in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia; the second movie, produced by the Council for Court Excellence, is used as a learning tool in high schools across the country in an effort to educate students about their future responsibility as jurors. That should slime their trail! Sullivan seems to be confused about what country it is where hes a judge. In open court, Flynn entered a knowing, voluntary and intelligent guilty plea to a felony charge for lying about his substantive contacts with the Russian ambassador to the United States. Im probably second to none in my dislike for Meghan Markle. And I want to thank the secthe, the, ah former general. 0:04. Do you leave room for the possibility that Sullivan erred in the Flynn case but is, despite that, not a pedophile? I believe it is, but that's not proof. Flynn was one of six associates of the president who were investigated and charged with federal crimes as part of special counsel Robert S. Mueller IIIs inquiry into Russian interference in the 2016 campaign. Waiting for proof that this is true. Emmet Sullivan: Judge in Flynn case has mastered the art of Comey's not black, thus interest in his speaking at Howard University (or any HBCU, really) would be about zero. Contrary to that assertion, though, its those surrounding circumstancessuch as the FBIs ambush interview, the FBIs failure to follow standard protocols, and the FBI and Justice Departments failure to turn over potentially exculpatory or impeaching evidence, among other thingsthat no doubt played a part in the Justice Departments decision to no longer pursue charges against Flynn. But somehow we missed it. Tom Stoppard Exclusive: Judge Emmett Sullivan from - Lucianne The United Front functions as Chinas premier influence and propaganda organization, raising flags with the U.S. governments Economic and Security Review Commission. The judge is best friends with the head of President Joe Biden signed an executive order on March 7 altering the way the federal government handles elections, including by increasing voting and voter registration access for criminals in prison and on probation. Dismissal of misconduct complaint against D.C.'s Judge Sullivan With the greatest respect and gratitude for your honorable service, one former U.S. prosecutor and white-collar defense appeals specialist wrote to Sullivan in April 2014. She wrote the tribute when signing and sending Sullivan a copy of her book, Licensed to Lie: Exposing Corruption in the Department of Justice, the judge recalled in court when she joined Flynns case in June. WebJudge Emmet G. Sullivan was born in Washington, D.C., and attended public schools in the District of Columbia until his graduation from McKinley High School in 1964. Sullivan officiallydismissedthe Justice Departmentscase against Michael Flynn, but only after President Donald Trump hadpardonedhim the day before Thanksgiving. (Reuters) - A federal judicial council in Washington, D.C., has cleared U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan of allegations of misconduct for serving on a commission Biden's Incoherence Just Hit Critical Mass, Evangelicals For Biden Feel Used And Betrayed, Pelosis HR1 bill a blatant power grab for Democrats, Oprah interview bombshells: Meghan claims, Watch: John Solomon Gives Stunning Update. In the immortal words of Private Pyle, "Surprise, surprise." Emmet Sullivans handling of the Michael Flynn case is vindicated. in connection with initially having entered a guilty plea. Judge Emmet Sullivan He served as the Deputy Presiding Judge and Presiding Judge of the Probate and Tax Divisions, as well as chairperson of the Rules Committee for those divisions. I was just wondering why you asserted so unequivocally that the allegations were true. Following Judge Sullivans appointment to the Superior Court, Wendell P. Gardner Jr., was appointed to that Court as an Associate Judge. Given Sullivans questionable conduct throughout the case, it should have known better. In a June 6 letter to Barr and his deputy, Powell said she was joining Flynns defense and called for an independent Justice Department review of his case. I know judicial procedure must be followed re: Sullivan and the mandamus plea, but his outrageous behavior re: the Flynn case and the glacial slowness at correcting him is once again shaking our faith in the Court system. Former U.S. prosecutor Randall Eliason said that although it is not clear what Sullivan will ultimately do with Flynns case, the judge loathes double talk, whether from police, prosecutors, defense attorneys or the Justice Department. Upon his appointment as a United States District Judge, Judge Sullivan became the first person in the District of Columbia to have been appointed by three United States Presidents to three judicial positions. The conduct of United States District Judge Emmet Sullivan in the Michael Flynn case is one of the worst abuses of judicial authority Ive observed in my 30-plus-year legal career. If you had any doubts that Meghan Markle is a manipulative piece of work, her bombshell Oprah interview Sunday night dumping on the British monarchy would set you straight. Its been almost a year since Flynn first asked to withdraw his guilty plea andmore than seven monthssince thegovernment itself movedto dismiss the charges against him because, as Sullivan noted, the Justice Department said (1) Mr. Flynns false statements to the FBI agents were not material to any investigation; (2) the government is doubtful that it could prove the falsity of Mr. Flynns statements; and (3) the government has no substantial federal interest in penalizing a defendant for a crime that it is not satisfied occurred and that it does not believe it can prove beyond a reasonable doubt.. Judge Sullivans Long-Overdue Dismissal of Flynn Case Reveals Moreover, its been 3-1/2 months since the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Richmond isblack! I previously suggested and now re-suggest that Powell file for the seldom used but most appropriate Writ of WhoopAzz on pseudo-judge Sullivan. She's pulled the rabbit out of the hat on this one several times and my bet is there's still at least one bunny left in the ol' fedora. The strict federal Judge Emmet Sullivan quoted 45s more recent statements and used them as one reason to hold a man who was at the Capitol on January 6 during Trumps alleged coup. He was protecting the justice system as an institution, ensuring that it wasnt perverted by the Trump administration and the attorney general. Miranda Devine, by Sullivan also asked Gleeson to examine whether Flynn may have committed perjury by admitting, under oath in December 2017, to lying to the FBI about his Russian contacts and later claiming innocence. It never should havetaken this longfor Sullivan to dismiss the case, and frankly, itnever should havecometo this. Opinion | Judge Emmet Sullivans handling of Michael Flynn is The Justice Department fought Flynns attempts until April30, when a review ordered by Attorney General William P. Barr said Flynn should never have been interviewed in the FBI investigation and therefore any of his lies were immaterial. Sorry, you need to enable JavaScript to visit this website. So now we know why the judge resisted so much. Enter Sullivan a judge before whom I have appeared, and who I can attest is not one to suffer fools. moves to drop case against Michael Flynn, former Trump adviser who pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI, Local newsletters: Local headlines (8 a.m.) | Afternoon Buzz (4 p.m.), Like PostLocal on Facebook | Follow @postlocal on Twitter | Latest local news, Local news, weather, sports, events, restaurants and more, Flynn judge one of federal benchs most probing skeptics of Justice Dept. The corrupt judge who inserted himself into the General Flynn case, who insinuated the General was a traitor, has a lifestyle that matches his actions in court. Judge Emmet Sullivans Sullivan wants to simply ignore all of this troubling conduct by federal agents and prosecutors. Ryan Saavedra, by Hey, Brother, it's you and me on the "Hot" line today. Who was running against DJT was totally irrelevant as long as the Neo Communists can gain power and control. Daves Hot Chicken will have you begging for more, and maybe for mercy, Josiah Gray finishes April with a flourish as Nats avoid a series sweep, request to abandon its two-year-long prosecution and exonerate, found that at least two federal prosecutors withheld evidence, Local newsletters: Local headlines (8 a.m.) |. Jonathan Davis, by Carlin referred to the Capitol melee as an example of violent extremism. Judge Emmet Sullivan is exceeding his authority by turning his courtroom into a three-ring partisan circus, designed to allow him to get his way despite the The defendant was a high-ranking government official who admitted to egregious conduct, he said. Unmasking is the process whereby a U.S. citizens identity is revealed from collected surveillance. Sullivan also presided over Judicial Watch v. IRS, relating to weaponizing the IRS against Obamas political enemies and the deletion of IRS email records pertaining to their own Lois Lerner (2014 and 2013). Jeff Carlson, by Flynn judge one of federal benchs most probing skeptics of He declined to dismiss the case, instead bringing in an outside adviser who argued that the Justice Departments argument smelled curiously like pretext for seeking to dismiss the case to benefit a political ally of the president. In twice having Flynn admit his guilt in court under oath, Sullivan in 2018 said he did not recall ever taking a plea of guilty from someone who maintained that he was not guilty, and I dont intend to start today. Sullivan also explicitly said to Flynn that any false answers will get you in more trouble.. Noncitizens are obligated to identify themselves and opt out. Sullivan has dishonored himself and put into question the integrity of the entire judicial system. It would have hidden political cronyism in the dry, apolitical packaging of legalese. Plain and simple, in arguing for leniency, Judge Sullivan was asking the police for a very personal and very significant favor, Emery wrote. It extends to every offence known to the law, and may be exercised at any time after its commission.. This article was published more than2 years ago. Natalie Winters, by Imagine if that standard were applied regularly or in any other criminal case. Federal Judge Emmet G. Sullivan last week finally got around to doing what he should have done months ago. Wait let me go put on my shocked face. The Nomination Commission recommends candidates to the President of the United States for judicial appointment to the District of Columbia Superior Court and Court of Appeals and also appoints the Chief Judges for both courts. He also has been named by former Supreme Court chief justice William H. Rehnquist and current Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. to oversight roles for the federal judiciary, including to its committee on criminal law from 1998 to 2005.
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