Former President Donald Trump is preparing to take legal action against the Justice Department, seeking $100 million in damages for what he and his legal team claim was “political persecution” during the unprecedented raid on his Mar-a-Lago property in Palm Beach, Florida, in 2022.

Trump’s lawyers allege that the raid was conducted with a clear intent to harm him and that it violated established protocols for investigations involving former U.S. presidents.

In a memo obtained by Fox News, Trump asserts “tortious conduct by the United States against President Trump” and outlines his intention to sue the Justice Department.

The raid, which took place on August 8, 2022, was part of a federal investigation into Trump’s alleged mishandling of classified records. Special Counsel Jack Smith subsequently brought 37 felony counts against Trump, including charges of retaining national defense information, obstructing justice, and making false statements. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

However, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed Smith’s case against Trump, ruling that Smith’s appointment was unlawful and in violation of the Appointments Clause in the Constitution.

This ruling led Trump’s attorney, Daniel Epstein, to file a notice to sue the Justice Department. The department has 180 days to respond and come to a resolution. If no resolution is reached, the case will proceed to federal court in the Southern District of Florida.

Epstein emphasized that Trump’s legal action serves not only to defend the former president but also to uphold the rule of law and hold the government accountable. Epstein argues that the raid on Mar-a-Lago violated Trump’s right to privacy and that the decisions made by Attorney General Merrick Garland and FBI Director Christopher Wray were motivated by political persecution rather than good law enforcement practices.

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The filing by Epstein alleges that the actions of the DOJ and FBI constituted intrusion upon seclusion, malicious prosecution, and abuse of process. Epstein contends that the raid was inconsistent with established protocols, which require consent from the investigation target and notification of their attorneys. He further claims that the DOJ violated Florida law and invaded Trump’s privacy.

Additionally, Epstein argues that the prosecution against Trump was unlawful, citing the Supreme Court’s ruling that a president is immune from prosecution for official acts. He asserts that with Judge Cannon’s dismissal based on improper appointment and funding, there was no constitutional basis for the raid or subsequent indictment.

Epstein claims that Trump suffered significant harm due to legal costs, estimating it to be $15 million, and plans to sue for punitive damages. He asserts that the improper conduct by the DOJ and FBI amounts to election interference aimed at undermining Trump’s ability to be reelected.

The Justice Department declined to comment on the matter. Epstein argues that this case serves as a warning against the government’s potential to trample upon the rights of all Americans if not challenged. He believes that standing up for Trump’s rights is crucial in preventing further abuses by the government.

In conclusion, former President Donald Trump seeks $100 million in damages from the Justice Department over the raid on Mar-a-Lago, accusing the government of political persecution.

Trump’s attorney argues that the raid violated established protocols and amounts to an invasion of privacy.

The case also challenges the lawfulness of the prosecution against Trump and seeks punitive damages.

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