A storm is brewing within the halls of justice, and a seasoned legal warrior believes he’s the only one capable of navigating it. Attorney Peter Ticktin has entered the race to become the next Attorney General, driven by a conviction that the current system is deeply compromised and demands radical repair.
He doesn’t shy away from stark assessments. Ticktin contends that while others possess managerial experience, they lack the necessary resolve to confront what he describes as a full-blown “war” for the soul of American justice. Many, he believes, will be silenced by threats, and even fewer are willing to dismantle a conspiracy that has taken root and threatens to flourish once more.
Ticktin acknowledges past scrutiny – two suspensions from the Florida Bar – but firmly refutes their implications. He points to a final judgment that explicitly recognized his “high moral character and reputation,” a factor considered mitigating in a conflict of interest case. The other charge, he explains, stemmed from a routine referral fee. He insists these are easily addressed obstacles, manufactured by those determined to obstruct a true course correction.
His vision for the Attorney General’s office is nothing short of a complete overhaul. Ticktin aims to expose what he calls an “insurrection” against the previous administration, potentially bringing to justice judges, former prosecutors, and others he believes were complicit. He also intends to dismantle the aggressive over-policing of businesses and entrepreneurs, where minor infractions are treated as major crimes.
Immediately upon assuming office, Ticktin plans to establish specialized working groups, prioritizing the investigation of election interference. He cites evidence of manipulated tabulators, a coordinated effort to rig elections, and the involvement of key figures like Eric Coomer of Dominion and Jena Griswold, Colorado’s Secretary of State, who he alleges illegally wiped hard drives. He also speaks of identified ballot box stuffers and the need to unravel the manipulation of voter rolls.
Ticktin’s concerns extend to what he terms the “weaponization” of the justice system – not the legitimate pursuit of criminals, but the targeting of individuals followed by the fabrication or discovery of charges, a tactic he believes was employed against Donald Trump. He proposes a two-pronged approach: focusing on actual crimes, not individuals, and holding accountable those who abused their power during the previous administration.
He envisions clearing the names of those he believes were wrongfully prosecuted, including J6 defendants, associates of President Trump, and even individuals penalized for exercising their rights during the COVID-19 pandemic – parents protesting at school boards, doctors prescribing alternative treatments, and entrepreneurs who support a particular political ideology. He also calls for a thorough review of the actions of prosecutors who pursued questionable cases.
The January 6th events demand a fresh investigation, according to Ticktin. He wants to identify those who planned the events *before* the election, scrutinize the actions of the “Select Committee,” determine the role of the 274 FBI operatives present that day, and uncover the truth surrounding the deaths of Ashley Babbitt and Roseann Boyland. He also seeks to identify those responsible for firing percussion grenades into the crowd and those who committed perjury during J6-related trials.
Beyond January 6th, Ticktin proposes a victim compensation fund for those impacted by the events, similar to the 9/11 VCF. He also advocates for a comprehensive investigation into the origins and handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including questions about the virus’s creation, the suppression of alternative treatments like Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine, and potential criminal activity related to vaccine effects and nursing home deaths.
Ticktin believes the Department of Justice itself is bloated and inefficient, particularly with the decriminalization of certain offenses. He proposes a departmental review to identify and rectify wrongful prosecutions, offering agreements for dismissal and protection against retaliatory lawsuits. He also calls for a realignment of law enforcement agencies, focusing their efforts on more serious crimes and reducing their overall size through attrition.
His plan extends to legislative reforms, advocating for transparency in the courts through the implementation of cameras and addressing the pressures that lead innocent defendants to plead guilty. He wants to eliminate “renting the courtroom” – excessively long trials – and strengthen penalties for Brady violations, ensuring accountability for police and prosecution misconduct. This is not merely a call for change, but a declaration of war against a system he believes has been fundamentally corrupted.
