Mark Zaid, Esq
@markzaidesq.bsky.social
National Security Attorney, Comic Book Historian, University of Rochester Alum
Cong. Miller's Answer is due to be filed on or before August 13, 2026. His response to the Motion for Temporary Restraing Order is due on or before August 17, 2026. And his response to our lengthy and detailed discovery requests are due on or before August 19, 2026.
Mark Zaid, Esq@markzaidesq.bsky.social · 2d agoToday we filed for a Temporary Restraining Order against Cong. Max Miller (R-OH) on behalf of former Trump Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham.
Today we filed for a Temporary Restraining Order against Cong. Max Miller (R-OH) on behalf of former Trump Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham.
Mark Zaid, Esq@markzaidesq.bsky.social · last wk.We rep former Trump Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham in her lawsuit against Cong. Max Miller (R-OH). Mr. Miller has been served with the Summons & Complaint, as well as discovery requests (7/22/26). He has 28 days from that date to respond with details. More to follow.
We're very happy criminal charges were dropped against our client Justin Carreno, who we were representing for purposes of his federal contracting employment. He lost two jobs due to this frivolous arrest. At minimum, he is entitled to public apology. www.wusa9.com/article/news...
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Great article by @briankarem.bsky.social! Comic Con rules! I go every year. The Superman-Jerry Siegel/Joe Shuster panel he discusses was mine, and can be watched here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7A8...
Comics Arts Conference Session #9: Superman's Co-Creator Jerry Siegel: Do We Have the Whole Story?
YouTube video by Daniel Alvarez
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Brian J. Karem@briankarem.bsky.social · 5d agoComic Con was more fun and less stressful than the White House Correspondents Dinner. www.salon.com/2026/07/31/w...
A federal judge yesterday ordered this O'Keefe undercover operative's identify to be publicly disclosed. This is the risk you take by working for O'Keefe. Make sure you understand the consequences you might face. We look forward to deposing her shortly.
Mark Zaid, Esq@markzaidesq.bsky.social · last yr.1/DO YOU KNOW THIS WOMAN? This is “Heidi” or “Daisy”. Or perhaps her true name is entirely different. She is an undercover operative for #JamesOKeefe & his org. Using dating platforms such as Bumble & Hinge, she lures men into dates & secretly records their private conversations
For those who love Star Trek and the law, here is our San Diego Comic Con panel from the the Legal Geeks celebrating the 60th anniversary of the show and dissecting the "Law of the Genesis Trilogy!" www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwu8...
Star Trek 60th: Celebrating the Law of the Genesis Trilogy
YouTube video by TheLegalGeeks
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Major initial legal victory against James O'Keefe's undercover operative tactics out of the federal district court in Washington, D.C.! The playing field is being leveled and now shifting. Discovery has been ordered. More details to follow! www.gofundme.com/f/help-jamie...
Donate to Seek Accountability from James O'Keefe -frmr Project Veritas, organized by Mark Zaid
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No surprise but Govt has already appealed our favorable decision. We now proceed towards 4th Circuit but meanwhile we are pressing ahead for name clearing hearing at District Court. Filings are due Friday but unclear whether Govt will cooperate. Your donations are appreciated!
Mark Zaid, Esq@markzaidesq.bsky.social · 3w agoIncredible win just now before EDVA in lawsuit against President Trump for former FEMA CFO Mary Comans. 1st case deciding no Article II authority to terminate officers w/o due process. Name clearing hearing ordered. Please help us continue this fight! www.gofundme.com/f/challenge-...
We rep former Trump Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham in her lawsuit against Cong. Max Miller (R-OH). Mr. Miller has been served with the Summons & Complaint, as well as discovery requests (7/22/26). He has 28 days from that date to respond with details. More to follow.
Mark Zaid, Esq@markzaidesq.bsky.social · 4w agoToday my law firm & @dannfighter.bsky.social filed lawsuit in Court of Common Pleas, Cuyahoga County, Ohio (cp.cuyahogacounty.gov) against Cong. Max Miller (R-OH) on behalf of former White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham. The litigation is related to prior defamation case, 21-CV-953971.
"one of the most informative and thought-provoking panels I attended at Comic-Con .... It was an eye-opening experience that offered a deeper appreciation for the people and stories behind some of the world’s most recognizable superheroes." www.sdjewishworld.com/2026/07/26/p...
Panel traces historic Jewish influence on the comic book industry – San Diego Jewish World
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Yes, noted Comic Book editor/writer @markwaid.bsky.social (as well as my former client) & I are different people! Here's proof! Our 2026 San Diego Comic Con panel ensuring history is accurate about the dispute between Superman's co-creator Jerry Siegel and DC Comics. With Dr. Andrew Fogel.
From Trump’s latest speech to escalating Iran tensions and the latest ICE killings @briankarem.bsky.social @markzaidesq.bsky.social @nolanhigdon.bsky.social break down the headlines. @mswmedia.com Listen now: www.justaskthequestion.com/post/just-as...
Just Ask the Press - ICE, Trump, and Iran
In our latest episode Brian and the guys discuss Trump’s speech, the Iran war, the latest ICE killings and much more…Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastFollow us on BlueSky: https://...
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When US had wildfires, Canada sent us firefighters. When Canada has wildfires (and I personally experienced the DC purple alert), Trump tariffs them. Says it all. My sincere apologies to our Canadian friends. This nightmare will eventually end for us all. www.bbc.com/news/article...
Trump threatens new Canada tariffs over wildfire smoke in US cities
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both the US and Canada have an equal responsibility to fight climate change, which experts say are worsening wildfire conditions.
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"It is a landmark victory that limits the malicious spread of this administration's adoption of the unitary executive theory." - said me lawandcrime.com/high-profile...
Judge rules against Trump admin, sides with FEMA official axed during DOGE firing spree
To hear the court tell it, the Trump administration was effectively angling to overturn longstanding precedent in the case. But that precedent, from an 1886 ruling, still stands.
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“He can declassify anything he wants,” said Mark Zaid, a national security lawyer. “But what’s his motivation for doing it? Is he declassifying information for his own personal gain or ego and it’s actually harming national security?” www.nytimes.com/2026/07/17/o...
Opinion | America Needs to Release More Secrets. But Not Like This.
The president is manipulating the intelligence community into a tool of misinformation.
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BREAKING: Judge rules Trump admin's DOGE-era firing of FEMA CFO Mary Comans was illegal because it bypassed civil service protections. Judge Michael Nachmanoff (Biden/EDVA) said DOJ appeared to want him to defy 1886 precedent #SCOTUS has not overturned www.politico.com/news/2026/07...
Judge rules FEMA CFO’s firing was illegal
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Mary Comans Wins Landmark Verdict Against Trump Administration for Unlawful Firing | Democracy Defenders Fund
Former FEMA Chief Financial Officer Mary Comans secured a significant victory in her lawsuit challenging her unlawful termination by the Trump administration.
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Incredible win just now before EDVA in lawsuit against President Trump for former FEMA CFO Mary Comans. 1st case deciding no Article II authority to terminate officers w/o due process. Name clearing hearing ordered. Please help us continue this fight! www.gofundme.com/f/challenge-...
Donate to Challenge President Trump's Unprecedented Authority, organized by Mark Zaid
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Too little, too late. And not credible in the slightest.
Jen Bendery@jbendery.bsky.social · 3w agoSen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) just met with Todd Blanche and chatted with reporters after about their convo. Interesting tidbit: Blanche told him "I made a mistake" by creating DOJ's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund for payouts to people claiming they were wronged by the govt, like Jan. 6 rioters.
Lindsey Graham DEAD & Mitch McConnell MISSING? Trump dissolves election oversight, NYT reporters get subpoenaed, a US Congressman detained in Israel. @briankarem.bsky.social hosts @markzaidesq.bsky.social @nolanhigdon.bsky.social @mswmedia.com Listen: www.justaskthequestion.com/post/just-as...
Just Ask the Press - Lindsey Graham Dead, McConnell Missing, & ICE Kills Again
In this high-stakes episode of Just Ask the Press, host Brian Karem, national security expert Mark Zaid, and journalism professor Dr. Nolan Higdon tackle a chaotic week in American politics triggered ...
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The difference between Trump's political sycophants who mouth off unprofessionally for their boss and the lawyers representing him (including at DOJ) is that the lawyers need their licenses to practice after this Administration ends (and eventually it will). They're on notice.
Kyle Griffin@kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 3w agoBREAKING: WASHINGTON (AP) — Judge says Trump lawsuit against IRS was filed for 'improper purpose' and refers attorneys for disciplinary action
The Schar School featured the Hayden Center on its season ending podcast. Listen as Gen Hayden, director Larry Pfeiffer, and Mark Zaid discuss the state of US intelligence. Note that this was recorded in May, before a number of significant developments.
Schar School of Policy and Government@scharschool.bsky.social · 4w agoHow safe is America today? For the Season 1 finale of the Schar School's Policy & Governance Perspectives podcast, David Ramadan and Larry Pfeiffer are joined by former CIA and NSA Director Gen. Michael Hayden and attorney Mark Zaid. Listen: https://schar.gmu.edu/podcast
A fascinating legal effort by my former client Frank Rose to challenge his constructive termination as #2 official at National Nuclear Security Administration/Department of Energy. And now Trump Administration is legally supporting what it condemns. artvoice.com/trumps-doj-d...
Trump's DOJ Defends Removal His Rules Forbade: Frank Rose | Artvoice
He ran the nuclear arsenal. He was forced to resign over a harassment claim he was never shown — and Trump's DOJ is defending it.
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Today my law firm & @dannfighter.bsky.social filed lawsuit in Court of Common Pleas, Cuyahoga County, Ohio (cp.cuyahogacounty.gov) against Cong. Max Miller (R-OH) on behalf of former White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham. The litigation is related to prior defamation case, 21-CV-953971.
Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court | CCCCP
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We continue to defend @oliviaoftroye.com against former Amb Grenell's defamation lawsuit. Defeated him 2x but he won't let go. Case is on appeal at 4th Cir. We handle these cases pro bono so assistance is appreciated! Opposition brief will be filed tomorrow. www.gofundme.com/f/olivia-tro...
Donate to Olivia Troye Legal Defense Fund Re: MAGA Litigant, organized by Mark Zaid
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Trump lobbies FIFA. SenMikeLee claims the Neo-Nazis on the Mall were ANTIFA. Trump profits 2.2 billion/ boasts of insider trading. What a week! @briankarem.bsky.social @markzaidesq.bsky.social @nolanhigdon.bsky.social break it down. @mswmedia.com www.justaskthequestion.com/post/just-as...
Just Ask the Press - Senator Claims Masked Neo-Nazis On The Mall Were Actually ANTIFA!
Brian Karem is joined by national security expert Mark Zaid and journalism professor Nolan Higdon on Just Ask the Press to dissect a week of unprecedented political scandals, press freedom battles, an...
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It's as if someone did something to jinx the team. 🤷♂️ That's what the NY Knicks probably think. 😉
NPR@npr.org · 4w agoThe team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head about a red card on a U.S. striker. But even with the U.S. at full strength, Belgium easily won. n.pr/4vQPjTi
Trump profits. Supporters lose. Says it all. Happy 250th America! www.nytimes.com/2026/07/04/u...
Nearly a Million Investors Lost a Total of $3.8 Billion on Trump Crypto Coin
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People should wake up & listen to what is said in this podcast. A former CIA/NSA Dir & Deputy DNI Dir states he is scared of this Administration & the abuses it could impose on citizens, & that he doesn't recommend young people to pursue public service at this time. Eye opening.
Mark Zaid, Esq@markzaidesq.bsky.social · last mo.My recent podcast appearance to discuss national security issues with @haydencenter.bsky.social, @genmhayden.bsky.social and @larrypfeifferdc.bsky.social. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...
