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In the unfolding drama of former President Trump’s criminal case, one figure stands out for her unyielding stance and relentless pursuit of justice – Judge Tanya S. Chutkan.
Judge Chutkan, who was appointed by President Obama, has gained a reputation as a formidable force in the courtroom, particularly in cases related to the infamous Jan. 6 protests.
Trump is facing four criminal charges, including conspiracy to defraud the U.S., impeding an official proceeding, interfering with the certification of the electoral vote, and conspiracy to violate voting rights.
These charges stem from allegations that Trump attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 election. If convicted, Trump could face a sentence of over 55 years in prison.
U.S. District Judge Tanya S Chutkan is an Obama appointee. She has sentenced Jan 6th defendants to longer sentences than the government recommended. And now, she is the judge in the case of President Trump’s indictment over J6.
This is not fair to Donald Trump. It’s unethical.
— Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) August 2, 2023
Chutkan has been serving as a judge in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia since 2014. Her legal career includes working at the law firm Boies Schiller Flexner, which has strong Democratic ties and employed Hunter Biden as counsel during Obama’s presidency.
Known for her tough sentencing, Chutkan has been particularly strict with the defendants involved in the Jan. 6 protests. She has sentenced all 31 defendants who appeared before her to jail or prison time, often exceeding the recommended sentences from prosecutors.
For example, Matt Mazzocco of Texas, who pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge for entering the Capitol building on Jan. 6, was given a 45-day jail sentence and 60 hours of community service, despite prosecutors recommending home confinement and probation.
Is it possible for Trump to get a fair shake? https://t.co/hguic3OYcu
— Sean Hannity (@seanhannity) August 2, 2023
Chutkan’s approach to the Jan. 6 protesters has been unapologetically harsh.
She has made it clear that those who attempt to violently overthrow the government and disrupt the peaceful transition of power will face severe punishments. Her disdain for the Jan. 6 protesters and Trump himself is well-known.
However, Chutkan’s approach seems to be selective. While she views the Jan. 6 protests as a threat to democracy, she described the Black Lives Matter (BLM) riots as “mostly peaceful” protests for civil rights.
This is despite the fact that the BLM riots resulted in 16,241 arrests, 2,385 incidents of looting, 624 arson incidents, and between six and 20 deaths.
As Trump’s arraignment approaches on August 3, all eyes are on Chutkan. Her history of opposing the Trump administration, connections to the Democratic Party, and tough stance on the Jan. 6 protesters make her a significant player in this high-stakes legal battle.
As the drama unfolds, one thing is clear – Judge Tanya S. Chutkan is not one to back down from a fight.
This article appeared in RightWingHeadlines and has been published here with permission.
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