J. Michael Luttig
J. Michael Luttig is a retired federal appeals court judge known for his distinguished judicial career and influence on conservative legal thought in the United States. Serving on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit from 2001 until his retirement in 2021, Luttig has been a prominent figure in legal circles and has provided commentary on constitutional issues, particularly in relation to the rule of law and the preservation of democratic institutions.
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J. Michael Luttig defended Nachmanoff, stating he is 'beyond all reproach'.
Who is Michael Nachmanoff, the judge overseeing James Comey’s case?
United States· 2025-10-08
J Michael Luttig is a highly regarded conservative former federal appellate judge.
Why does the supreme court keep bending the knee to Trump? | Steven Greenhouse
United Kingdom· 2025-10-06
J Michael Luttig has criticized John Roberts for presiding over the end of the rule of law in America.
The umpire who picked a side: John Roberts and the death of rule of law in America | US supreme courtUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-21
J. Michael Luttig, a Trump critic, signed the letter opposing Bove's nomination.
More than 75 former judges urge Senate committee to reject Trump judicial nominee Emil BoveUnited States· 2025-07-15
J. Michael Luttig has become a critic of Trump and his presidency.
The Trumps are monetising the presidency like never before. But where is the outrage?
Australia· 2025-05-26
J. Michael Luttig described his view of the Trump presidency as destructive to American institutions.
Opinion | The President Will Destroy You NowUnited States· 2025-05-21
Luttig coordinated a letter denouncing the administration's attacks on the judiciary.
US judges ruling against Trump barraged with abuse and threats, experts warn | Trump administrationUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-17
The group of judges signing the letter was led by Nancy Gertner, a former federal judge, and J. Michael Luttig, a former assistant attorney general and federal judge.
Former Judges Condemn Trump Administration’s Arrest of Wisconsin JudgeUnited States· 2025-05-06
J. Michael Luttig stated that Harvard's decision should be a turning point in the president's offensive against American institutions.
Por qué la resistencia de Harvard ante Trump es "de trascendental importancia"
Guatemala· 2025-04-16
J Michael Luttig, a prominent former federal appeals court judge, stated that Harvard's decision is of momentous significance.
Harvard’s decision to resist Trump is ‘of momentous significance’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-04-16
J. Michael Luttig is a retired federal judge who signed the letter urging an investigation into Ed Martin.
Ex-January 6 prosecutors urge attorney disciplinary board to investigate Trump’s controversial pick to be DC’s top prosecutorUnited States· 2025-04-14
J Michael Luttig stated that America is in a constitutional crisis due to the president's actions.
Trump’s defiance of court orders is ‘testing the fences’ of the rule of law | Donald TrumpUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-23
J. Michael Luttig is a retired federal appeals court judge mentioned as a threatened speaker at the conference.
Political conference in DC interrupted by death threats against speakers critical of TrumpUnited States· 2025-02-24
