Claims that a prosecution is vindictive are typically difficult to win in U.S. courts.
October 08, 2025
high
procedural
Characterizes the general judicial standard and outcomes for vindictive-prosecution defenses.
Motions alleging vindictive prosecution are generally difficult to win in U.S. courts.
October 08, 2025
high
legal
Describes the general legal standard and practical difficulty for establishing prosecutorial vindictiveness.
Under U.S. law, the federal government can federalize a state's National Guard by asserting a rebellion or similar basis, and courts can review whether the government has met the legal threshold for such a declaration.
October 04, 2025
high
legal
Federalization of state National Guard units is legally actionable and subject to judicial review of the factual/legal threshold (e.g., a rebellion).