Attorney John Eastman, who devised a legal strategy to maintain former President Donald Trump’s hold on power, has been accused of creating an unfounded theory and spreading false claims of election fraud. Prosecutors argued on Tuesday that Eastman should be disbarred for his actions.
In response, Eastman’s lawyer argued that his client never intended to steal the election but was exploring ways to delay the counting of electoral votes for the purpose of investigating alleged voting improprieties. It is worth noting that Trump’s claims of fraud were consistently rejected by the courts, including those with Republican-appointed judges.
Eastman now faces 11 disciplinary charges in the State Bar Court of California for his involvement in this questionable legal strategy. The outcome of the court’s decision could result in the suspension or revocation of his law license, with the final decision resting in the hands of the California Supreme Court.
The prosecutor, Duncan Carling, emphasized that Eastman’s legal theory lacked historical precedent and contradicted the values of the nation. Carling stated that Eastman persisted in his efforts to undermine the election, even after state and federal officials publicly refuted the claims of fraud made by Trump’s allies. Carling asserted that Eastman’s sole objective was to obstruct the electoral count on January 6 and prevent Vice President Pence from certifying Joe Biden’s victory. He added that Eastman was fully aware of the harm he was causing to the nation.
On the other hand, Eastman’s attorney, Randall A. Miller, argued that Eastman was engaged in a serious debate about the vice president’s authority in certifying the election and did not intend to unlawfully influence the outcome. Miller asserted that Eastman’s aim was to create space for a reasonable investigation into the allegations of voting irregularities.
The proceedings are expected to last around eight days, during which Eastman will testify. Other witnesses, including Greg Jacob, a former attorney for Pence who opposed Eastman’s plan to halt the certification, will also provide testimony.
The State Bar accuses Eastman of violating California’s business and professions code by making false and misleading statements that constitute acts of moral turpitude, dishonesty, and corruption. The Bar argues that Eastman’s actions aimed to usurp the will of the American people and overturn election results, representing an unprecedented attack on democracy.
Eastman, who has been a member of the California Bar since 1997, retired as the dean of Chapman University’s law school last year following calls for action against him by over 160 faculty members.
This disciplinary hearing takes place alongside special counsel Jack Smith’s ongoing investigation into Trump and his Republican allies’ attempts to overturn the 2020 election results. A federal grand jury has been hearing testimony related to these efforts and has, among others, called Vice President Pence as a witness.
It is important to note that Eastman’s advice to Trump was within the scope of a lawyer’s role, providing various options to consider. Eastman expressed concern over alleged voting irregularities and emphasized the need to ensure the integrity of the election system.
While the investigation by special counsel Smith focuses on fundraising, Trump’s rally, and communication between Trump associates and election officials, it is unrelated to another probe regarding classified documents found at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, which led to felony charges against the former president.
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