By John Q. Hosedrinker 
In a recent ruling, U.S. District Court Judge Jia Cobb declared the Pentagon’s deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., illegal, asserting the military exceeded its authority by engaging in non-military crime deterrence without the city’s permission. The judge determined former President Trump, who ordered the deployment citing misrepresented crime statistics, lacked the power to federalize law enforcement within the city. Cobb’s ruling, which is stayed until December 11, could significantly impact Trump’s plans to leverage the National Guard for immigration enforcement in other cities.
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ICE Suddenly Loses Key Evidence One Day After Being Sued – It’s the kind of headline that practically writes itself, doesn’t it? The sheer audacity of it all – a federal agency, facing accusations of abuse, suddenly and conveniently “losing” crucial evidence just a day after being hit with a lawsuit. It’s almost too perfect, a scenario that screams of deliberate obstruction and a desperate attempt to cover up something they don’t want anyone to see.
The immediate reaction is, of course, disbelief. The idea that a modern government agency, with all its technological resources and supposed safeguards, could simply misplace or delete critical records is laughable. Especially when those records are the very thing that could exonerate them, if their story holds true. The public isn’t stupid. And as someone rightly pointed out, there are regulations about backing up records. So, the question isn’t *if* they should have backups; it’s *where* are the backups? The very notion of this happening is infuriating.
Then, the legal implications come crashing in. As the old adage goes, “The suppressing of evidence ought always to be taken for the strongest evidence.” This situation, at face value, suggests a profound lack of respect for the law and the justice system. It’s a blatant signal that they are hiding something, and that the missing evidence would have been incredibly damaging to their case. The jury, and the judge, are going to take notice. They will be instructed to assume the worst, and the imagination will fill in the blanks, which, in a case like this, is a truly terrifying concept.
The response from the government attorneys, as described, is almost more damning than the missing evidence itself. The suggestion that the plaintiffs’ lawyers should provide hard drives to save the information is an insult. And then to deflect to some “company” operating out of a house? It’s almost comical in its blatant disregard for the seriousness of the situation. It’s the actions of people who know they’re untouchable.
Let’s be clear: this isn’t just a technical glitch. It’s not a simple system failure. This is something else entirely. It’s a calculated move to obstruct justice and avoid accountability. It’s a move that should have the full weight of the law brought down upon them. They are thumbing their noses at the laws. It’s a pattern, a trend that is becoming increasingly common.
The comparison to the disappearance of the Secret Service texts from January 6th is apt. It’s part of a broader pattern of destruction of evidence and a failure to abide by the law. It’s a reminder of a darker time in American history. And it’s a sign of how easily those in power can manipulate the system to their advantage.
The lack of accountability is perhaps the most frustrating aspect. Where are the internal investigations? Where is the oversight? The claim that they ‘lost’ all the footage the day after the lawsuit was filed isn’t even believable. The judge needs to take immediate action and apply the appropriate sanctions. The fact that the US government is spending almost as much on immigration enforcement as other countries spend on their entire militaries should give us pause. They have the funds to ensure accountability.
Some have stated, and I agree, that this isn’t just contempt of court; it’s contempt of justice as a whole. This isn’t just about a lost video; it’s about the erosion of trust in our institutions. It’s about a government that seems to believe it can operate above the law, with impunity. The only way to stop this is to hold those responsible accountable and ensure they suffer the consequences. And this starts with the courts.
Ultimately, the burden of proof rests with ICE. They need to produce the missing evidence, and if they can’t, then the implications are clear. The jury must assume the worst. The maximum penalties must be imposed. And hopefully, this will serve as a wake-up call, a reminder that no one, regardless of their position or power, is above the law. Let’s hope, that the judge doesn’t buy the bullshit.