Brett Shumate
Brett Shumate is an attorney serving in the Civil Division of the U.S. Department of Justice, often involved in defending federal policies in court. Appointed during the Trump administration, he has faced challenges in litigation, especially regarding the administration's sweeping executive orders, and has been noted for his struggles to provide adequate legal representation during rapid legal proceedings.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 27,782 | $1,700,000 | 1,243$ |
| Bulgaria | 1 | 5.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 6,948,445 | 10,159 | $69,000 | 101$ |
| Totals | 2 | 44,953,683 | 37,941 | $1,769,000 | 1,344$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Bulgaria:
Brett Shumate, a lawyer for the Department of Justice, argued that the court should not decide if the president used his powers appropriately.
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Canada:
Brett Shumate, a lawyer acting for the federal government, said Wednesday that judges have no say over what Mr. Trump considers an emergency.
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United States:
Brett Shumate, the acting Civil Division chief, faced frustrations from the judge regarding the lack of written briefs.
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