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People targeted by the Justice Department face steep costs, even if they win in court

By Carrie Johnson
Published October 14, 2025 at 3:29 PM CDT

Some Justice Department officials are following President Trump's directive to prosecute his perceived enemies. For those targeted, mounting a criminal defense against the government can be expensive.

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Carrie Johnson is a justice correspondent for the Washington Desk.
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