Peter Navarro demands Trump DOJ ‘give reasons for shrugging off’ his case

Published September 16, 2025 12:02pm ET



Peter Navarro, a senior counselor for trade and manufacturing to President Donald Trump, urged the Justice Department on Tuesday to “give reasons for shrugging off” his case.

The DOJ recently declined to defend its prosecution and subsequent conviction of Navarro, refusing to provide a reason. The Trump administration official said he feels entitled to an explanation.

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