Justice Under Pressure

What happens when political power collides with the rule of law? Can democracy survive when prosecutors are pressured to serve partisan ends instead of justice?

In March 2025, U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert faced that very test. Pressured to pursue charges against New York Attorney General Letitia James, he chose resignation over compromise. His quiet act of defiance revealed a larger struggle-one that continues to shape America's democracy today.

In Justice Under Pressure, Trina Larson delivers a gripping, clear-eyed examination of this pivotal moment. Blending sharp analysis with historical perspective, she uncovers what Siebert's resignation means for judicial independence, public trust, and the future of American democracy.

Inside this book, you'll gain:

A clear account of Siebert's resignation and why it matters.Historical parallels from Nixon's "Saturday Night Massacre" to today.Insight into how political pressure undermines judicial independence.Lessons on democracy's resilience-and its vulnerabilities.Why this book is a must-read:

It explains a complex event in plain, accessible language.It connects one resignation to the bigger story of American democracy.It equips readers with knowledge to recognize and resist the erosion of justice.