[SJackson]

The government withdrew the immigration case after Rubashkin was convicted on fraud charges, which carried a heavier sentence...The immigration charges were dismissed “without prejudice,” which means the DOJ can still prosecute Rubashkin.

My guess his acquittal on state charges of employing illegals, including children, played some part in the decision not to prosecute as well. But they can recharge him now if they like.

[SJackson]

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[zeestephen]

Re: “My guess his acquittal on state charges of employing illegals, including children, played some part in the decision not to prosecute as well.”

I disagree.

The Feds dismissed the immigration charges several months BEFORE Iowa's child labor case even started.

Trump's commutation (is that the right word?) has really upset me, for two reasons.

First, the immigration bust on Rubashkin, which involved almost 400 illegal workers, was the largest in USA history. There is no way that Trump can justify releasing this guy.

Second, after Trump's commutation, hundreds of Orthodox Jews filled various streets in New York City to celebrate Rubashkin’s release.

Celebrating Rubashkin's release? The man is a shameless criminal, not only for his immigration crimes, but for defrauding two banks of $27 million!