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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 7h

My law partner @bradmossesq.bsky.social weighs in on the newly ordered polygraphs. Pure show.

www.cbsnews.com/news/dni-tul...

DNI Tulsi Gabbard orders U.S. intel agency leaders to stem leaks

DNI Tulsi Gabbard issued a directive to review polygraph policies and curb press leaks, echoing actions taken by the Bush and Obama administrations.

www.cbsnews.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 16h

On direct pathway to a constitutional crisis. Intentionally and deliberately.

www.axios.com/2025/10/06/n...

MAGA calls for Trump to overrule judges on National Guard deployments

Trump's base has embraced the idea that court rulings should not constrain his powers as commander-in-chief.

www.axios.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 17h

If you didn't realize this earlier, this latest action by the Administration amply demonstrates it does not have the back of federal workers.

www.govexec.com/pay-benefits...

OMB deletes reference to law guaranteeing backpay to furloughed feds from shutdown guidance

An Office of Management and Budget FAQ document now states that only excepted employees forced to work without pay are guaranteed backpay at the conclusion of a lapse in appropriations.

www.govexec.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 1d

For a second time Federal Judge today ORDERED #JamesOKeefe to reveal the name of his undercover operative as part of our lawsuit against him (and her).

He has seven days to comply with an explicit Court order.

Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 29d

Federal Judge has authorized discovery against O'Keefe to compel him w/i 7 days to reveal identity of his undercover operative "Heidi Doe".

Those who cooperate w/O'Keefe should be aware there may be legal consequences to their actions.

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 1d

Federal Judge today ORDERED #JamesOKeefe to reveal the name of his undercover operative as part of our lawsuit against him (and her).

He has seven days to comply with our discovery requests.

Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 29d

And we couldn't pursue these cases against O'Keefe & his undercover operatives without the help of the public so please consider donating.

This type of behavior should not be condoned.

www.gofundme.com/f/help-jamie...

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 1d

Federal Judge today ORDERED #JamesOKeefe to reveal the name of his undercover operative as part of our lawsuit against him (and her).

He has seven days to comply with our discovery requests.

Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 12d

For 4th straight court filing, #OKeefe failed to file response. He's filed 2 motions to dismiss & failed to fully defend. He completely failed to oppose our motion for identity of his undercover operative & Court ordered disclosure. He refused but failed to defend. What gives?

Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 29d

And we couldn't pursue these cases against O'Keefe & his undercover operatives without the help of the public so please consider donating.

This type of behavior should not be condoned.

www.gofundme.com/f/help-jamie...

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 2d

Initial victory for #RuleOfLaw.
Even more significant that it was issued by Trump appointed Judge.

Anna Bower @annabower.bsky.social · 2d

HAPPENING NOW: Emergency hearing before Judge Karin Immergut on Trump's effort to circumvent her temporary restraining order re: Oregon national guard deployment.

I plan to listen in for @lawfaremedia.org.

Follow along (court remote access technology permitting...) ⬇️🧵

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 3d

This guy should sue. And this police state action needs to stop. Totally unAmerican.

Daniel Connerton @lordnad.bsky.social · 3d

@govpritzker.illinois.gov

37 and Kedzie, East Garfield, Illinois.

This is assault.

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 6d

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Just Ask the Question @jatqpodcast.bsky.social · 6d

Dive into the drama: Comey's indictment, Trump's UN antics, Kimmel's return & Mar-a-Lago chaos!

@briankarem.bsky.social hosts @markzaidesq.bsky.social & Tom Arnold for unfiltered insights. Must-listen! @mswmedia.com

www.justaskthequestion.com/post/just-as...

Just Ask the Press - Comey, the UN, and Kimmel

In this episode, Brian Karem, Mark Zaid, and Tom Arnold discuss the week's news, focusing on the implications of Jimmy Kimmel's return to television, the ongoing Mar-a-Lago FOIA suit, and the legal ch...

www.justaskthequestion.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 6d

I agree

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 6d

We handle most of our cases against this Administration on a pro bono (free) basis. Federal employees shouldn't have to reach into their own pockets to defend against unlawful retaliation when they did nothing wrong.

We can do so bc of all of you!

www.gofundme.com/f/challenge-...

Donate to Challenge President Trump's Unprecedented Authority, organized by Mark Zaid

This fundraiser is to help us provide pro bono legal representation to M… Mark Zaid needs your support for Challenge President Trump's Unprecedented Authority

www.gofundme.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 6d

“This seems to be far more directed at ensuring loyalty to DOD [the Department of Defense] and the Trump administration leadership rather than countering any foreign espionage,”

www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Pentagon plans widespread random polygraphs, NDAs to stanch leaks

The Pentagon is planning to require thousands of uniformed and civilian officials to sign nondisclosure agreements and submit to random polygraph testing.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 9d

FBI Director Kash Patel corrects the false story right wing media and President Trump are erroneously spreading

www.mediaite.com/media/news/t...

Kash Patel Knocks Down Trump's Jan. 6 Claim About FBI Agents

A bizarre new claim from Trump about FBI agents being in the crowd "prior to" the Jan. 6 riot was promptly knocked down by his own FBI director.

www.mediaite.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 11d

open.substack.com/pub/brianjka...

At the DOJ you got to pay the man

This is not what transparency in government is about and it ain't justice

open.substack.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 11d

I'll be on @cnn.com tonight with @lauracoates.com at the top of the 11 pm EDT hour to discuss the criminal indictment of former FBI Director James Comey.

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 11d

Back in March, former Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco and I "sat" next to each other in Trump White House Victim Memorandum class.

How pathetic and embarrassing to see a sitting US President continue to personally attack a private citizen.

People still think this isn't authoritarian?

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 11d

Trump Administration is seeking to impose $50,000 bond on us in @briankarem.bsky.social's FOIA lawsuit bc we sought expedited processing for "unclassified" documents seized by FBI at Mar-a-Lago.

What is USG scared of in those records? Perhaps that they are actually classified & Trump broke the law?

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 11d

I previously rep'd Daily Caller in several #FOIA matters. In fact, we litigated case involving Hillary Clinton related info.

Opinion piece or not, this is disgraceful that they published - by choice - such an article. They are just as guilty now.

www.nytimes.com/2025/09/26/b...

Daily Caller Opinion Column ‘Explicitly’ Calls for Violence

www.nytimes.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 11d

“But no one should be surprised that the Trump Administration is pursuing political vengeance against his perceived enemies. They telegraphed their intentions from the outset, and it is time for America to wake up,” Zaid said Friday.

www.huffpost.com/entry/its-ti...

‘Completely Unfathomable’: Trump's DOJ End Game Is Nearly Complete

The manipulation and weaponization of the Justice Department is “by design,” one former DOJ lawyer told HuffPost.

www.huffpost.com

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 12d

I will continue to fight for #RuleOfLaw & to protect our democracy.

I stand with James Comey.

James Comey @jamescomey.bsky.social · 12d

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 12d

Whistleblower attorney @markzaidesq.bsky.social's back in THE BACK ROOM discussing Kimmel, free speech, CDC Director Susan Monarez's firing, Trump and the weaponization of the DOJ, and the future of democracy. Don't miss this important and compelling conversation podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m...

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 12d

For 4th straight court filing, #OKeefe failed to file response. He's filed 2 motions to dismiss & failed to fully defend. He completely failed to oppose our motion for identity of his undercover operative & Court ordered disclosure. He refused but failed to defend. What gives?

Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 29d

And we couldn't pursue these cases against O'Keefe & his undercover operatives without the help of the public so please consider donating.

This type of behavior should not be condoned.

www.gofundme.com/f/help-jamie...

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Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 12d

For 4th straight court filing, #OKeefe failed to file response. He's filed 2 motions to dismiss & failed to fully defend. He completely failed to oppose our motion for identity of his undercover operative & Court ordered disclosure. He refused but failed to defend. What gives?

Mark Zaid, Esq @markzaidesq.bsky.social · 29d

Apparently O'Keefe is panicking. Check out his Epstein deflection response on X! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

One would think he could do better than this.

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Just Ask the Question @jatqpodcast.bsky.social · 15d

Explosive discussion this week!

Join @briankarem.bsky.social , national security expert @markzaidesq.bsky.social & comedian Tom Arnold as they unpack Kirk’s Funeral, Kimmel’s Muzzle, Epstein’s Ghost, and much more!

@mswmedia.com

Listen now: www.justaskthequestion.com/post/just-as...

Just Ask the Press - Kirk’s Funeral, Kimmel’s Muzzle, Epstein’s Ghost

In this episode of 'Just Ask the Press', host Brian Karem is joined by national security expert Mark Zaid and comedian Tom Arnold to discuss the week's major news events. The conversation covers the i...

www.justaskthequestion.com

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