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FBI's Illegal Seizure: Violating the Fourth Amendment and Due Process

2025-03-21

Four years ago, the FBI raided U.S. Private Vaults (USPV) in Beverly Hills, seizing tens of millions of dollars in cash, valuables, and personal items, including Linda Martin's $40,200 life savings, without charging her with a crime. The FBI's actions were found to violate the Fourth Amendment, yet they refused to return the property. Only after Martin filed a nationwide class-action lawsuit did the FBI return her money, but she continues her suit to prevent future similar actions. The core issue is the FBI's failure to state reasons for the seizure in its notice, violating due process. This case highlights the government's abuse of civil forfeiture, with 93% of federal forfeitures never reaching court, allowing the FBI to keep the money without justification.

El Salvador Walks Back Bitcoin Legal Tender Status

2025-02-09

Four years after adopting Bitcoin as legal tender, El Salvador has amended its Bitcoin Law, removing its status as legal currency but maintaining it as legal tender. This move, part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the IMF, aims to mitigate financial risks associated with Bitcoin's volatility. Despite the change, the Salvadoran government insists it remains a "Bitcoin country" and will continue holding Bitcoin reserves.

DOJ Claims Money Isn't Property: A Legal Absurdity

2025-01-31

In a shocking legal argument, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) claimed that confiscating $50,000 from a small business owner, Chuck Saine, didn't violate his property rights because money isn't property. Their reasoning? The government creates money, can tax it, and the Constitution allows spending for the 'general welfare'. This absurd claim challenges fundamental property rights and has sparked outrage. The case will be decided in court, but the DOJ's argument raises serious concerns about governmental overreach.