Isn't it pretty likely the DOJ has already long considered the Zimmerman case?

[Gravitycollapse]

And that by saying they are considering their options now, they are likely going to file charges? Or am I being optimistic?

[SoCalMusicLover]

1. You're Being Optimistic

It's a dog & pony show, meant to show the appearance of caring to appease the outraged.

If you think that after this acquittal, there is any federal case they would waste their time on, I've got a bridge in Florida to sell you.

[Purveyor]

2. According to a ABC radio news report, they have been reviewing this since the killing happened.

[PoliticAverse]

3. They did consider it last year, and had the FBI investigate...

Some of the FBI investigation was made public as a result of the current trial.

See:
http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2012-07-12/news/os-george-zimmerman-evidence-release-20120712_1_trayvon-martin-neighborhood-watch-volunteer-george-zimmerman

http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/07/12/us-usa-florida-shooting-idUSBRE86B1AD20120712

[elleng]

4. No, I think they dropped whatever they were doing when Florida took it up.

Now its a different matter for DOJ (if they choose to take it,) and more difficult.

[1-Old-Man]

5. You mean the same DOJ that has ignored the Bush years?

Eric Holder is as worthless as his boss lets him be.

[Rex]

6. Why would they do that?

I think you are being optimistic.