Liberia, Sept. 9 -- As Jewel Howard-Taylor's criminal case advances through Liberia's justice system, her family and supporters are mounting a parallel battle in the court of public opinion-launching a "Justice for Jewel" campaign that seeks to challenge misinformation, spotlight her constitutional rights and pressure authorities for a fair and speedy process, while prosecutors continue efforts to prove allegations that could carry far-reaching political and legal consequences.

MONROVIA - As former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor faces prosecution over allegations including drug trafficking, criminal conspiracy and money laundering, her family and political supporters are taking the battle beyond the courtroom, launching a public camp...