The article discusses allegations against Andrew Wiederhorn, former CEO of Fat Brands, who is under federal indictment for serious charges, including fraud. Adam Schleifer, a former assistant U.S. attorney handling Wiederhorn's case, claims he was unlawfully fired due to political motivations linked to his prosecution efforts. Schleifer argues his dismissal was influenced by false narratives pushed by Wiederhorn and highlighted by conservative activists. The allegations suggest a correlation between Schleifer's firing and his previous political criticisms of Trump, raising concerns about political interference in legal proceedings.
Wiederhorn has maintained his innocence in the criminal cases, and his lawyers declined to comment on Schleifer's allegations.
Schleifer claims he was fired for his "engagement in constitutionally protected political activity."
Wiederhorn was indicted last May on federal charges alleging a $47-million "sham loan" scheme.
His firing, first reported by The Times, came an hour after right-wing activist Laura Loomer publicly called for it.
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