FAIR Justice Act

The Federal Anti-Interference in Referrals for Justice Act, or FAIR Justice Act , aims to prevent political interference in federal law enforcement. It establishes a new federal crime prohibiting specific high-level executive branch officials, including the President and Vice President, from knowingly requesting a criminal prosecution or investigation of an individual if that request is selectively made solely for a political purpose . Furthermore, the bill mandates that any Department of Justice officer or employee who receives such a prohibited request must report it to the Inspector General within 45 days. Failure to report or making a prohibited request can result in significant penalties, including fines, imprisonment for up to five years, or both. This legislation seeks to safeguard the integrity and independence of federal justice processes from undue political influence.