special prosecutor
Americannoun
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A special prosecutor threw a wrench in the process, arresting a government official for allegedly forging documents, and launching a wider investigation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025
Despite Bondi’s moves to keep Sarcone on as a special prosecutor and first assistant, which might technically work, James’ team sees it as more of the same: unlawful.
From Salon • Dec. 14, 2025
Willis was removed from the case after the court determined a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor assigned to the case created an "appearance of impropriety."
From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025
Willis was removed from the case in late 2024 after Georgia's appeals court ruled her romantic involvement with special prosecutor Nathan Wade created an "appearance of impropriety."
From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025
The United Mine Workers of America petitioned for a special prosecutor in an effort to insure an unbiased prosecution, dateline: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, June 7, 1923.
From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell
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