Topic: Michael Mukasey

CNN host Chris Cuomo engaged in a heated debate with former Attorney General Michael Mukasey regarding the independence of the Special Counsel. Cuomo suggested the Special Counsel functioned as a separate mechanism from the Department of Justice, while Mukasey corrected him, noting it remains within the Executive Branch. The segment also references Cuomo's past controversial claim that it is illegal for the public to read WikiLeaks documents.

Former Attorney General Michael Mukasey defended the legality of diplomatic contacts during a CNN interview with Erin Burnett. Mukasey dismissed Burnett's suggestions of "treason," noting that the Logan Act has not been prosecuted since 1793 and that routine diplomatic communication does not constitute a crime.

Legal analysts cite Title 18 U.S. Code 2071 and Executive Order 12968 as potential grounds for disqualifying Hillary Clinton from office due to the mishandling of classified records. Former Attorney General Michael Mukasey argues that the destruction of public records is a felony that carries a disqualification penalty. Security clearance expert Sean Bigley notes that adjudicative guidelines regarding "Guideline K" and "Guideline M" strictly prohibit storing protected information in unauthorized locations regardless of intent.

Former Attorney General Michael Mukasey opposed JASTA, claiming that multiple investigations found no high-level Saudi involvement in 9-11. Critics argue Mukasey is ignoring evidence of lower-level officials and state-sponsored charities supporting Al-Qaeda, potentially to protect long-standing diplomatic and intelligence secrets.

The hosts highlight speeches by Pastor Darryl Scott and former Attorney General Michael Mukasey. Scott focused on the President's duty to defend the Constitution, while Mukasey argued that Hillary Clinton is the first candidate to seek the presidency after already violating the constitutional oath of office during her tenure as Secretary of State.