Podcast April 1, 2025

Caleb Burns discusses the potential landmark case of United States v. Alexander Sittenfeld

John Solomon Reports
April 1, 2025
Caleb Burns discusses the potential landmark case of United States v. Alexander Sittenfeld, a city councilman accused of accepting a campaign contribution in exchange for a vote on a development project. Despite Sittenfeld's denial of corrupt intent, he was convicted based on inferences. The case highlights concerns about the weaponization and criminalization of politics, the FBI's role in entrapment, and the federalization of state crimes through the Hobbs Act.

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