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Topic: Prosecutorial power

Prosecutorial power refers to the authority granted to prosecutors to investigate, charge, and pursue criminal cases, which must be balanced against the rights and protections afforded to individuals under the rule of law.

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The podcast episodes highlight concerns about the expansive legal protections that insulate prosecutors from accountability, even in cases where they have conspired to wrongly convict innocent individuals by withholding exculpatory evidence.

The episodes explore how the systemic imbalance of power in favor of prosecutors perpetuates injustice and undermines the rule of law, with the need to balance prosecutorial power against presidential immunity and other checks and balances.

The discussions underscore the significant consequences that the unchecked exercise of prosecutorial power can have, both for individuals facing prosecution and for the broader political landscape, including the implications for future presidential elections.

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