In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Anne break down the DOJ’s decision to take over the defense of President Trump in a defamation lawsuit brought by columnist E. Jean Carroll.

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REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: 

28 U.S. Code § 2679. Exclusiveness of remedy (Westfall Act)

28 U.S. Code Chapter 171—Tort Claims Procedure (Federal Tort Claims Act)

E. Jean Carroll v. Donald J. Trumpnotice of removal, 9/8/20

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