Trump Ally Claims Grand Jury to Investigate ‘Lawfare’ – A Potential Political Earthquake
Fort Pierce, FL – In a stunning development that could dramatically reshape the political landscape, a key ally of former President Donald Trump is claiming a federal grand jury has been empaneled in Florida to investigate what he calls a decade-long conspiracy against the former president. The news, first reported through conservative podcasts, raises serious questions about the future of legal battles surrounding Trump and the potential for politically charged investigations during a possible second term.
Mike Davis, a close advisor to Trump administration officials, is leading the charge for the investigation. (Dominic Gwinn/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty)
The Allegations: A Decade of ‘Lawfare’
Conservative attorney Mike Davis, a close friend and informal advisor to figures like former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, alleges the grand jury will examine whether top Democratic officials colluded to impede Trump’s presidency, starting with the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election and extending through the various criminal and civil cases against him. Davis, who runs the Article III Project – an organization dedicated to fighting what it terms “leftist lawfare” – has been publicly calling for this investigation for three years.
“I’m going to make damn sure that these lawfare Democrats go to prison during the four years of President Trump’s second term,” Davis declared on a recent podcast interview with conservative commentator Benny Johnson. Court documents confirm a federal judge ordered the grand jury to be empaneled in Fort Pierce, Florida, beginning in January, at the request of the Trump administration. However, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida has yet to comment on the specific purpose of the grand jury.
Key Figures in the Crosshairs
Davis has specifically named several prominent Democratic figures as potential targets for the grand jury’s scrutiny. These include former Attorney General Merrick Garland, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, FBI Director Chris Wray, and Special Counsel Jack Smith. He argues these officials should be compelled to testify regarding what he claims is the politicized use of the legal system. Davis alleges violations of 18 U.S.C. § 24, a federal law originally designed to protect the civil rights of Black Americans during Reconstruction, arguing it was improperly used to target Trump.
Interestingly, Trump himself was previously accused of violating this same statute after allegedly attempting to overturn the 2020 election results, though that case was dismissed following his 2024 election victory. This reciprocal accusation highlights the increasingly tit-for-tat nature of the legal and political battles surrounding the former president.
The Role of Jason Quiñones and the Southern District of Florida
Davis claims United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, Jason Quiñones – whom he refers to as a “buddy” – moved to empanel the grand jury after “pushing very hard” for the investigation. The Southern District of Florida is already familiar territory for Trump, as it’s the location of the federal courthouse where he attended hearings in his criminal case involving classified documents. Davis insists even that case is part of the alleged conspiracy against Trump.
Jason A. Reding Quinones, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, is central to the grand jury empanelment. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
Evergreen Context: The History of 18 U.S.C. § 24 and ‘Lawfare’
The use of 18 U.S.C. § 24 in this context is particularly noteworthy. Originally enacted to combat violence against newly freed slaves after the Civil War, the statute has seen its scope broadened over time. Its application to election-related offenses is relatively recent, and legal experts are divided on its appropriateness in such cases. The term “lawfare,” frequently used by Davis and Trump, refers to the strategic use of legal proceedings to intimidate or harass an opponent. While not a formally defined legal term, it’s become increasingly common in political discourse, particularly in the context of high-profile investigations.
Republican Concerns and the Broader Political Implications
This development comes as some Republican senators are voicing concerns about the scope of the federal investigation into the attempt to overturn the 2020 election, including the subpoenaing of senators’ phone records. Davis believes he has sufficient support within the Republican party to pursue a sweeping investigation. The empanelment of this grand jury, and the potential investigations that follow, could significantly escalate tensions and further polarize the political landscape. It also raises questions about the appropriate use of the justice system for political purposes, a concern that has been growing on both sides of the aisle.
As the grand jury prepares to begin meeting in January, the nation watches closely, bracing for what could be a period of intense legal and political maneuvering. Archyde.com will continue to provide comprehensive coverage of this developing story, offering in-depth analysis and breaking updates as they become available. Stay tuned for the latest on this unfolding drama and explore our politics section for more insights.
