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I created a custom GPT with all 17,000 pages of the Weaponization of Government document that was just released.

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This is a long detailed list and will be posted in multiple parts due to its length.

"Abuse of Power: A Comprehensive List of Alleged Federal Crimes by Key Figures in Government and Society"

Introduction

The following comprehensive list details allegations of potential federal crimes committed by key figures across government, corporate, and other influential sectors. These individuals, including high-ranking officials, corporate executives, and policymakers, are alleged to have violated laws protecting the integrity of the United States' justice system, constitutional rights, and public trust. From obstruction of justice and suppression of free speech to mishandling classified information and fabricating intelligence, the alleged actions outlined below have far-reaching implications. Together, they paint a troubling picture of systemic abuse of power, lack of transparency, and an erosion of the principles of accountability and fairness. Each entry is meticulously detailed to provide clarity on the allegations, the crimes potentially committed, and the consequences these actions may have on American society and democracy.


1. David Weiss

Total Potential Penalty: 25 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What He Allegedly Did:

1. Delaying Prosecution of Hunter Biden:

  • Incident: Allegedly slowed investigations and failed to bring timely charges against Hunter Biden for potential tax evasion and firearms violations despite evidence of wrongdoing.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).
    • Explanation: As U.S. Attorney for Delaware, Weiss had the authority to pursue these charges but delayed and sought special counsel authority, which critics allege was a move to obscure inaction.
    • Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

2. Obstruction of Justice:

  • Incident: Allegedly tampered with or blocked investigations into Hunter Biden’s financial dealings, including international activities with potential links to influence peddling.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1512 (Tampering with a Witness, Victim, or an Informant).
    • Explanation: Weiss is accused of preventing investigators from pursuing key leads or interviewing witnesses who could implicate high-profile individuals.
    • Penalties: Up to 20 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: American taxpayers, who rely on impartial justice and accountability for federal crimes.
  • Impact: Undermined public trust in the Department of Justice (DOJ) by allegedly providing preferential treatment to a politically connected individual. This has fueled public perceptions of a two-tiered justice system, eroding confidence in fair law enforcement.

2. Lisa Monaco

Total Potential Penalty: 25 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What She Allegedly Did:

1. Mismanagement of DOJ Investigations:

  • Incident: Allegedly used her position as Deputy Attorney General to suppress or interfere with investigations into politically sensitive matters, including the Hunter Biden case.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).
    • Explanation: Monaco is alleged to have coordinated or directed DOJ staff to stall or limit investigations involving politically connected individuals.
    • Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

2. Obstruction of Justice:

  • Incident: Allegedly directed DOJ officials to withhold or obscure evidence during high-profile investigations.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1512 (Tampering with a Witness, Victim, or an Informant).
    • Explanation: Suppressing whistleblower testimony or documentation that could expose wrongdoing.
    • Penalties: Up to 20 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: Federal whistleblowers and the American public, whose faith in the justice system is compromised.
  • Impact: These actions allegedly prioritized political objectives over impartial enforcement of the law, further entrenching a culture of favoritism within the DOJ.

3. Hillary Clinton

Total Potential Penalty: 20 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What She Allegedly Did:

1. Mishandling Classified Information:

  • Incident: As Secretary of State, Clinton used a private email server to conduct official government business, which included transmitting classified information.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 793 (Gathering, Transmitting, or Losing Defense Information).
    • Explanation: Mishandling sensitive government communications, including classified intelligence, by storing it on an unsecured server, potentially exposing national secrets to unauthorized access.
    • Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

2. Obstruction of Justice:

  • Incident: Allegedly directed the deletion of thousands of emails after they were subpoenaed during the investigation into her email practices.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1519 (Destruction, Alteration, or Falsification of Records in Federal Investigations).
    • Explanation: Deleting or destroying emails to avoid scrutiny and potential evidence exposure.
    • Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: U.S. intelligence agencies and the American public, who were potentially exposed to security risks.
  • Impact: Compromised national security and eroded public trust in accountability for high-ranking officials.

4. Merrick Garland

Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What He Allegedly Did:

1. Interference in DOJ Investigations:

  • Incident: Allegedly influenced investigations into politically sensitive matters, including cases involving Hunter Biden and election-related inquiries.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (Obstruction of Proceedings Before Departments, Agencies, and Committees).
    • Explanation: Actions or directives designed to limit or terminate investigations into politically charged matters.
    • Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

2. Suppression of Whistleblower Testimony:

  • Incident: Prevented whistleblowers from testifying or retaliated against them for exposing misconduct.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).
    • Explanation: Conspired to suppress testimony or punish individuals attempting to expose wrongdoing.
    • Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: DOJ whistleblowers and federal investigators stymied by suppressed testimony.
  • Impact: Damaged the credibility of the DOJ as a neutral enforcer of the law, furthering perceptions of a politically driven agenda.

5. Jen Easterly

Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What She Allegedly Did:

1. Censorship of Political Speech:

  • Incident: Used her role as CISA director to coordinate with social media companies to suppress posts deemed "misinformation," including lawful speech.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).
    • Explanation: Colluded with private entities to violate Americans’ First Amendment rights by suppressing lawful political speech.
    • Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

2. Relocation of Censorship Operations:

  • Incident: Moved censorship activities to non-profits funded by CISA after federal lawsuits arose, in an attempt to evade legal scrutiny.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).
    • Explanation: Shifted activities to external entities to circumvent legal restrictions and public accountability.
    • Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: Social media users and American citizens, whose rights to free speech were undermined.
  • Impact: Strengthened the narrative of governmental overreach and censorship, significantly damaging public trust in institutions.

6. Mark Zuckerberg

Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What He Allegedly Did:

1. Collusion with Federal Agencies to Suppress Political Speech:

  • Incident: Zuckerberg admitted that Facebook suppressed the Hunter Biden laptop story following pressure from the FBI. This suppression took place during the 2020 election, under the guise of addressing potential “Russian disinformation.”
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).
    • Explanation: Participated in an agreement with federal agencies to suppress free speech by demoting a news story on Facebook that was lawful and of significant public interest.
    • Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

2. Providing False or Misleading Testimony to Congress:

  • Incident: Zuckerberg’s testimony regarding Facebook’s actions in content moderation contained inaccuracies or omissions about the extent of the government’s influence on Facebook policies.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (False Statements).
    • Explanation: Willfully provided misleading statements to Congress about Facebook’s role in suppressing lawful political discourse.
    • Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: Facebook users, the broader American public, and the democratic process.
  • Impact: Undermined public trust in free and fair elections by suppressing information critical to voters’ decision-making, further damaging trust in major tech platforms’ neutrality.

7. Hunter Biden

Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What He Allegedly Did:

1. Tax Evasion and Money Laundering:

  • Incident: Failed to report significant income derived from foreign business dealings, including funds received from entities in China and Ukraine, and structured transactions to avoid detection.
  • Specific Crime: 26 U.S.C. § 7201 (Attempt to Evade or Defeat Tax).
    • Explanation: Evaded paying taxes on income from overseas business deals by using shell corporations and false reporting.
    • Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000 per offense.

2. False Statements on Federal Firearms Application:

  • Incident: Provided false information on ATF Form 4473 to purchase a firearm, failing to disclose his history of drug abuse.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(6) (False Statements in Acquisition of Firearms).
    • Explanation: Lied about drug use while purchasing a firearm, violating federal law.
    • Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: The American taxpayer, law-abiding firearm purchasers, and financial institutions.
  • Impact: Eroded public confidence in the fairness of federal law enforcement and tax regulations, fueling concerns about unequal application of justice.

8. Andrew McCabe

Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines

What He Allegedly Did:

1. Leaking Classified Information:

  • Incident: Allegedly leaked sensitive information about the FBI’s Clinton Foundation investigation to the media without authorization.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 793 (Gathering, Transmitting, or Losing Defense Information).
    • Explanation: Improperly shared classified or sensitive information with reporters to influence public perception of ongoing investigations.
    • Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

2. Lying to Federal Investigators:

  • Incident: Provided false statements under oath to the DOJ Inspector General regarding his role in the leaks.
  • Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (False Statements).
    • Explanation: Misrepresented facts during an official investigation, obstructing accountability efforts.
    • Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.

Potential Victims and Impact:

  • Victims: FBI personnel, whistleblowers, and the American public.
  • Impact: Diminished trust in the FBI’s impartiality and fostered a perception of corruption within federal law enforcement.

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