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Habba Confronted And Office Vandalized As DOJ Begins Search For Suspect
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Habba Confronted And Office Vandalized As DOJ Begins Search For Suspect

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The Department of Justice is searching for a suspect who allegedly attempted to confront Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey Alina Habba before vandalizing her office, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Thursday, as reported by The New York Post.

“Last night, an individual attempted to confront one of our U.S. Attorneys — my dear friend @USAttyHabba — destroyed property in her office, and then fled the scene. Thankfully, Alina is ok,” Bondi wrote on X.

Feb 21 2025 Washington DC Pam Bondi walked out to do a interview with Fox .she did not talk to the press on the way there .iiu

She added, “Any violence or threats of violence against any federal officer will not be tolerated. Period. This is unfortunately becoming a trend as radicals continue to attack law enforcement agents around the country.”

Habba, who leads federal criminal prosecutions and civil litigation in New Jersey, reposted Bondi’s message. “I will not be intimidated by radical lunatics for doing my job,” she wrote.

The Justice Department has not yet released a detailed description of the suspect or the extent of the damage inside the office. Officials confirmed that the individual fled the scene before law enforcement arrived.

Federal authorities are reviewing available surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses.

The incident comes as federal law enforcement agencies nationwide report increased threats and harassment directed at prosecutors, agents, and other officials.

Bondi referenced this trend in her statement, noting that attacks against federal officers have risen in multiple jurisdictions.

Habba was appointed Acting U.S. Attorney earlier this year and is responsible for overseeing high-profile federal cases throughout the state, including criminal prosecutions involving organized crime, fraud, public corruption, and civil enforcement matters.

Apr 22, 2024; New York, NY, USA; Attorney for former president Donald Trump, Alina Habba, speaks at Manhattan Criminal Court during Trump’s trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments linked to extramarital affairs in New York on April 22, 2024. Mandatory Credit: Brendan McDermid/Pool via USA TODAY NETWORK

Her office has not commented on whether the suspect had any connection to ongoing investigations or pending litigation.

The DOJ is coordinating with local and federal law enforcement partners in New Jersey to identify the suspect and determine whether additional security measures are necessary for the offices of U.S. Attorneys in the region.

Officials expect to release further information once preliminary investigative steps are complete.

Bondi said the Justice Department is treating the matter as a serious threat to a federal official. No injuries were reported.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident or the suspect to contact federal investigators.

Chris Murphy Claims Democracy Is at Risk When Dems Work With GOP
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Chris Murphy Claims Democracy Is at Risk When Dems Work With GOP

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Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut urged members of his party to close ranks following the end of the recent government shutdown, telling voters in New Hampshire that Democrats cannot afford internal divisions after several senators crossed party lines to advance a stopgap spending measure.

Murphy delivered the remarks Wednesday during a visit to New Hampshire, where he participated in a town hall event hosted by the New Hampshire Institute of Politics and Stand Up New Hampshire.

In a video obtained by the Daily Caller News Foundation, Murphy warned that bipartisan cooperation on the shutdown exposed a deeper challenge for Democrats.

“The only way we’re going to survive this moment is to stay united,” Murphy said

. “There’s obviously been this repeating phenomenon where a handful of Democrats crosses over and works with Republicans. I don’t know that you can save our democracy, if we aren’t united.”

Murphy’s comments followed the decision by eight members of the Senate Democratic Caucus to break from Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and vote with Republicans to advance the stopgap spending bill. The measure ended a funding lapse that had persisted for weeks.

Two of the Democrats who supported the bill were New Hampshire Sens. Maggie Hassan and Jeanne Shaheen. Both cited the impact of the shutdown on their constituents and said they hoped Republicans would work with them on extending enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits in December.

Neither senator was named directly by Murphy, but he made clear he disagreed with the decision to move forward with a deal.

“What happened in our caucus last week can’t continue to happen,” Murphy said.

“We’ve got to stay united.”

In the days leading up to the vote, Murphy had urged his colleagues to continue pressing their shutdown demands.

He argued that conceding early, particularly after Democrats’ strong results in November’s off-year elections, could cause “some pretty substantial damage” to the party’s standing.

Murphy said the party had gained momentum following its setbacks in the 2024 elections and should not risk losing ground.

Questions about Schumer’s position surfaced during Murphy’s visit. Schumer opposed the bipartisan spending package but drew criticism from progressives for failing to keep Democrats aligned during the shutdown.

More than ten House Democrats have publicly urged Schumer to step aside.

No Senate Democrats have issued similar calls. When asked directly whether Schumer should remain as the party’s leader in the Senate, Murphy replied, “I think Chuck has a super hard job right now.”

Murphy was also asked whether he is considering a run for president. The Connecticut Democrat did not provide a direct answer.

“I’m here because New Hampshire is the epicenter of American democracy, in some ways,” Murphy said.

“I’m just here to say thank you for what they did to elect a bunch of Democrats in this last election and to spur them on.”

Murphy made the trip as part of a broader effort to engage with voters after the shutdown and speak with Democrats involved in recounts, local races, and state-level organizing.

The New Hampshire appearance followed a series of discussions Murphy held with activists about the party’s direction heading into the next legislative fight.

Hillary Clinton Blasts Pentagon Shift as Pompeo Surprisingly Agrees on Global Risks
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Hillary Clinton Blasts Pentagon Shift as Pompeo Surprisingly Agrees on Global Risks

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Former Secretaries of State Hillary Clinton and Mike Pompeo voiced concerns Wednesday that America’s adversaries could gain ground internationally as the Pentagon expands operations in the Western Hemisphere and reallocates resources away from other regions, as reported by Fox News.

Their remarks came during an event at Columbia University, where Clinton said she had heard of internal Pentagon conversations about moving toward a “spheres of influence” model.

Aug 19, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Hillary Rodham Clinton, Former Secretary of State, speaks during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center. The DNC program will feature President Joe Biden and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during Monday’s ceremonies. Mandatory Credit: Josh Morgan-USA TODAY

According to Clinton, the model would prioritize U.S. military power in the Western Hemisphere, allow Russia greater control over Eastern Europe, and give China expanded influence in East Asia.

“There seems to be a group within the Pentagon who are advocating for these spheres of influence … I think that’s a disaster. And I think it weakens us vis-à-vis our principal problem, which is… the Chinese Communist Party,” she said.

The comments come as the Pentagon increases counter-narcotics and maritime security operations in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific.

The expanded presence marks the largest U.S. military footprint in the Southern Command region in decades, a shift that aligns with President Donald Trump’s emphasis on strengthening the Western Hemisphere.

Last week, the United States announced it would withdraw a rotational infantry brigade primarily based in Romania, with additional personnel operating in Slovakia, Hungary, and Bulgaria.

In a statement to Fox News Digital responding to Clinton’s criticism, Pentagon press secretary Kingsley Wilson said:

“Crooked Hillary is a globalist puppet who damaged America’s credibility on the world stage as Secretary of State and a failed presidential candidate. No one who is serious about putting America First should listen to her yapping. The Department is 100% focused on protecting the homeland, deterring China, and ushering in a new era of Peace Through Strength.”

Clinton, who helped shape the Obama administration’s “pivot to Asia,” said a reduced focus on the Indo-Pacific would create instability and embolden U.S. competitors. Pompeo agreed with much of her assessment, stating that the United States should pursue global “American hegemony” and should not concede leadership to rival powers.

“I agree with almost everything Secretary Clinton said there,” Pompeo said. “I want American values to dominate the world for the next 250 years … I want to influence every sphere of influence.”

Despite the Pentagon’s increased attention on the Western Hemisphere, War Department Secretary Pete Hegseth has said U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific will be “stoutly defended.”

Pompeo issued particularly strong criticism of China, even as U.S.–China relations show signs of temporary stabilization following Trump’s recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

“We shouldn’t use the word competition and the Chinese Communist Party in the same sentence… The Chinese Communist Party wants to cut our heads off,” Pompeo said.

He added, “They killed 10 million people and didn’t lose a moment’s sleep when a virus was foisted around the world.”

Pompeo, who served as both CIA director and secretary of state under Trump, also claimed China approved North Korea’s deployment of troops to support Russia in the war in Ukraine.

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“There are 13,000 North Koreans on the ground inside of that conflict today,” he said. “They did not go there without Xi Jinping asking Chairman Kim… to go.”

Clinton criticized congressional Republicans for remaining silent on executive actions, citing Trump’s extensions of a deadline for TikTok to divest or face a U.S. ban.

“Their tongues must be totally bitten off because they don’t speak out,” she said.

She also warned that social media is shaping public opinion in ways that pose “a huge danger to democracy,” adding that TikTok was “found by a bipartisan decision of Congress to be controlled by the Chinese Communist Party.”

Pompeo shared similar concerns. “I’m worried about the fact that we’ve got social influencers on TikTok that are shaping your minds, and that that’s controlled by the Chinese Communist Party to a significant degree,” he said.

The appearance marked a rare point of agreement between the two former officials, who publicly clashed in previous years over Clinton’s emails and Pompeo’s criticism of her record, including Benghazi and corruption allegations.

Kristi Noem Announces K Bonuses for TSA Workers as Trump Praises ‘Patriotic’ Federal Employees
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Kristi Noem Announces $10K Bonuses for TSA Workers as Trump Praises ‘Patriotic’ Federal Employees

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem traveled to Houston on Thursday to deliver $10,000 bonus checks to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who continued working during the recent 43-day government shutdown, as reported by Fox News.

Noem made the announcement at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, where she recognized federal employees who reported to work without pay during the funding lapse.

“We will be looking at every single TSA official that helped serve during this government shutdown to do what we can to recognize that and help them financially with a bonus check to help them and their family get back on their feet,” Noem said at a press conference before handing out checks to roughly 20 TSA employees.

Officials did not specify whether full attendance during the shutdown was required to qualify for the bonus.

A White House spokesperson defended the bonuses and criticized the cause of the shutdown. “The Democrats’ decision to shut down the government – over demands to give free health care to illegal aliens – deprived many Americans of their paychecks, including TSA officers,” the spokesperson told Fox News Digital.

“The Trump Administration is grateful to the hardworking TSA officers who continued to work, without pay, to ensure America stayed safe in spite of the Democrat Shutdown.”

WASHINGTON – February 22, 2025: President Donald Trump arrives at the White House South Lawn on Marine One after his visit to CPAC.

President Donald Trump has also signaled support for compensating other federal workers who remained on duty. Earlier this week, he raised the prospect of issuing bonuses to air traffic controllers who did not miss work during the shutdown.

“All Air Traffic Controllers must get back to work, NOW!!! Anyone who doesn’t will be substantially ‘docked,’” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

He added, “For those Air Traffic Controllers who were GREAT PATRIOTS, and didn’t take ANY TIME OFF for the ‘Democrat Shutdown Hoax,’ I will be recommending a BONUS of $10,000 per person for distinguished service to our Country.”

In a post on X on Thursday, Noem thanked Department of Homeland Security employees for working without pay during the shutdown.

“Thank you to every @DHSgov team member for your dedication and resilience throughout the Democrats’ Shutdown—43 days without pay for many of you—a hardship on your families. Your continued work and dedication to protecting our homeland are a testament to your patriotism. You made America safer during the longest shutdown in American history.”

Noem added, “Thanks to @POTUS Trump, our government is open. Together, we will continue to deliver on our promise to the American people: securing our homeland.”

The shutdown ended Wednesday night after the House passed a bill to fund the government.

Harlem River Rescue: NYPD Officers Race To Save Teen In Distress
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Harlem River Rescue: NYPD Officers Race To Save Teen In Distress

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Three NYPD officers are being credited with saving the life of a teenage girl who jumped into the Harlem River on Tuesday afternoon, as reported by The New York Post.

The rescue, captured on body camera footage, showed the officers racing to pull the teen from the freezing water near 142nd Street just after 2 p.m.

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Officers Ankit Gupta, Wilmer Guerrero, and Shuaibul Amine responded after receiving a report of a girl in distress near Harlem River Drive. According to police, the girl jumped into the river while still wearing her clothes as officers ran toward her on the rocks.

Gupta said the girl immediately began screaming for help. Officers saw her struggling in the cold water as she cried out, “Help me, help me, please!”

Guerrero removed much of his gear before entering the water. “Somebody needed help, and this is what we signed up for, and we’re here to help, and that’s what we did,” he said on Thursday when the officers returned to the scene.

“It was definitely a cold plunge, freezing,” Guerrero recalled. “But at that moment, nothing else mattered but just getting her out of the water. So I got over it pretty quickly.”

Guerrero swam about 20 feet to reach the teen. “I just grabbed her by her sweater and her shoulder, and I was just swimming along with her, and then I was just pushing her forward,” he said.

He noted the girl was panicking but said he tried to keep her calm with reassuring words as he made his way back toward officers on the shoreline.

Gupta and Amine, who had also removed some of their gear in case additional help was needed, pulled Guerrero and the girl from the water.

Emergency Service Unit members wrapped the teen in blankets when they arrived, and she was transported to a hospital conscious and alert.

“And hopefully we gave this girl a second chance, because obviously this thing could have gone a whole different way,” Guerrero said.

The three officers, all from the 32nd Precinct and each with less than four years of service, said it was their first water rescue. “I’m just glad that we were all there as a group, that it was a group effort that gave her a second chance,” Gupta said.

Amine added, “It’s great when you save somebody. That’s what we signed up for in this job, right?”

Police officials said the teen’s condition was stable as of Thursday, and the department continues to review the incident.

Dan Bongino Puts Thomas Massie on Blast, Drops Receipts of Calls on X
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Dan Bongino Puts Thomas Massie on Blast, Drops Receipts of Calls on X

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FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino pushed back Thursday against accusations from Rep. Thomas Massie that the bureau was attempting to retaliate against a whistleblower connected to the investigation of the January 6 pipe bomb incident.

Bongino’s response followed Massie’s publication of a letter from an attorney representing an FBI whistleblower who alleged efforts within the bureau to identify the individual who made disclosures to Congress.

Bongino released a detailed statement outlining steps he said the FBI has taken to advance the long-running investigation.

He wrote that he and FBI Director Kash Patel “had our hands full” upon joining the administration, but “despite the multitude of challenges we faced, one of our first initiatives was to aggressively pursue a new strategy to investigate the January 6 pipe bomb, terror attack.”

According to Bongino, the FBI added new personnel to re-examine the case and brought in police officers and detectives serving as task force officers to review the bureau’s previous work.

He said the FBI carried out multiple internal reviews, held numerous in-person and secure video teleconference meetings with the investigative team, significantly increased investigative resources, and raised the public reward for information to draw crowd-sourced tips.

“This is only a small sample of the work the FBI personnel and leadership team have put into this critical investigation,” he wrote.

Bongino stated that he spoke with Massie on Wednesday morning “a little after 8am ET” and offered to provide an in-person briefing.

He said the two spoke for ten minutes.

He wrote that he called again “a bit after 7:30pm ET” to repeat the offer but did not receive an answer.

“Despite this, you continue to imply that the Director and I are targeting investigators in the case,” Bongino wrote.

“This is disgusting, even by the low standards many have for politicians. You know my number, and you’re free to call me anytime. But it’s easier to tweet and throw BS bombs.”

Bongino said the FBI’s leadership team would meet Thursday with FBI personnel and provide whistleblower resources to report any “evidence of malfeasance in the prior administration.”

He added that the FBI would ask about investigative leads that may not have been pursued previously.

“A week of near 24-hour work on RECENT open source leads in the case has yet to produce a break through,” he wrote, adding that “some of the media reporting regarding prior persons of interest is grossly inaccurate and serves only to mislead the public.”

Bongino closed by saying he was committed to the bureau’s mission.

“I proudly serve in this administration, and I proudly work with Director Patel to reform and advance the crime fighting and national security missions of the FBI. We would love to have you as a partner in this mission, rather than a dog barking behind a fence.”

Massie had raised concerns Wednesday evening when he posted a letter from an attorney representing an FBI whistleblower tied to the pipe bomb investigation.

The letter asserted that FBI leadership at the Washington Field Office planned to hold a meeting Thursday morning and alleged that the purpose of the meeting was to identify the whistleblower.

According to the letter, “it is obvious from the information provided by senior leadership in the Washington Field Office that this meeting is an attempt to identify the FBI whistleblower who made the protected disclosure to the US Congress.”

It stated that efforts to identify the individual “is a reprisal and violation of 28 CFR part 27.”

The letter cited previous decisions by the Department of Justice’s Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management affirming the right of FBI employees to make anonymous protected disclosures.

“Identifying the whistleblower serves only one purpose, which is to allow FBI management to retaliate,” the attorney wrote.

Massie posted the letter with his own comments, writing, “I received this troubling letter today from the attorney representing the most recent FBI whistleblower regarding the J6 pipe bomb investigation. Just a reminder to FBI Director Kash Patel, in case this letter is warranted, federal law prevents retaliation against whistleblowers.”

Stephen A. Smith Demands Answers From Democrats For Ignoring Epstein Documents During Biden Years
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Stephen A. Smith Demands Answers From Democrats For Ignoring Epstein Documents During Biden Years

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SiriusXM host Stephen A. Smith criticized Democrats on Wednesday for demanding the release of Jeffrey Epstein–related files only after President Donald Trump returned to office, despite the documents being available during former President Joe Biden’s administration. Smith made the remarks on his show, “Straight Shooter with Stephen A.”

As The Independent Journal Review reported, a discharge petition to force a House vote on releasing the files reached the necessary threshold on Wednesday after Democratic Rep. Adelita Grijalva of Arizona was sworn in and added her signature. Smith raised questions about why Democrats reversed course on the matter.

“Ladies and gentlemen, keep in mind that the Epstein files were in existence and free to have been open during the Biden administration! You were there for four years!” Smith said.

“How come you didn’t open it as a Democratic party then!? What am I missing!? I’m not saying I know, it’s a legitimate question! Maybe I don’t remember the answer. Maybe my extraordinary producers should be able to help me during the commercial break.”

Smith continued pressing the issue, noting that the same files now at the center of debate could have been released earlier.

“But from my understanding, the same files that were open or being open now, with the 220 pages of documents or whatever it is, with various emails, that could have been done when Biden was in office!” he said.

“Well, why didn’t you do it if it’s so important now!? What were the Democrats doing at that particular moment in time? See, this is the kind of stuff that smells.”

Smith suggested that if damaging information about President Trump had been contained in the files, Democrats would have made it public during the Biden administration. “That’s just my thinking from a logical perspective,” he said. “But what do I know!?”

Later in the show, Smith said producers provided him with a possible reason for the lack of transparency during Biden’s tenure. He read an explanation citing legal restrictions.

“The Epstein files and the Biden DOJ — there may be more legal nuance, but the general thing was the DOJ didn’t release the full Epstein files primarily because federal law sharply restricts disclosure of grand jury materials,” Smith said.

“Under Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 6E, grand jury evidence is kept secret to protect witnesses, informants, victims, and the integrity of ongoing or past investigations. And the Justice Department cannot unilaterally release this material either.”

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania also questioned why the Biden administration did not disclose the files earlier.

Appearing on “Morning Joe” Thursday, Fetterman said, “[O]ne of my questions is like … we sat on those for four years, too. So, I mean, I don’t really understand, you know, either. I mean, there are a lot of questions.”

On September 2, the House Oversight Committee published thousands of subpoenaed records tied to Epstein that had been obtained during President Trump’s prior term.

Liberal Woman Escorted Off Plane After Outburst on Lawmaker-Filled Flight
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Liberal Woman Escorted Off Plane After Outburst on Lawmaker-Filled Flight

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An American Airlines flight traveling from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., made an emergency landing Wednesday after a passenger became disruptive midflight, shouting about living in a “fascist state” as crew members attempted to calm her.

The diversion occurred over Kansas City, where the aircraft landed so the woman could be removed.

Rep. Greg Stanton of Arizona confirmed on X that he was aboard the flight along with fellow Arizona representatives Eli Crane, Andy Biggs, and Paul Gosar.

Stanton wrote that the plane was “making emergency stop in Kansas City to remove disruptive passenger,” and added that “none of my colleagues is the disruptor.”

He also commented that the House Freedom Caucus was “losing its mojo.”

Video posted by another passenger showed the unidentified woman being escorted off the plane.

In the footage, she apologized to other travelers and stated that they lived in a “fascist state.”

American Airlines issued a statement describing the incident as involving a “disruptive customer.”

Flight data indicated the diversion delayed the arrival in Washington by roughly an hour, with the flight landing at approximately 9 p.m.

All four Arizona lawmakers reached the Capitol before the scheduled vote on legislation to end the government shutdown.

Stanton voted against the measure, stating it “fails to lower health care costs.”

Crane, Biggs, and Gosar voted in favor of the bill.

The House approved the Senate-passed funding package by a vote of 222–209.

The legislation reinstated food assistance benefits for more than 40 million Americans, restored pay for federal employees including air traffic controllers, increased security funding for lawmakers, and provided for the rehiring of laid-off federal workers.

Democratic lawmakers criticized the legislation for not addressing health care cost increases, but the measure advanced through both chambers without delay.

President Trump signed the bill into law Wednesday night, formally ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

During remarks at the White House, President Trump appeared alongside Republican leaders and representatives from several business and labor groups.

He said, “I just want to tell the American people, you should not forget this,” urging voters to keep the shutdown fight in mind.

President Trump also renewed his call to eliminate the filibuster, a position opposed by leadership in both parties.

The President thanked the Democrats who voted in favor of the bill, as well as organizations including the American Federation of Government Employees, the Farm Bureau, and the Fraternal Order of Police for supporting the agreement.

The shutdown’s conclusion allowed federal agencies to resume operations immediately, ending weeks of disruption to services and pay for government employees.

The emergency landing earlier in the day did not impact the timing of the vote, and all Arizona delegates involved in the flight were present on the House floor as the funding package moved forward.

Arctic Frost Bombshell: Jordan Probes DOJ Watchdog Over GOP Phone Sweep
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Arctic Frost Bombshell: Jordan Probes DOJ Watchdog Over GOP Phone Sweep

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House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan has opened a new inquiry into the Justice Department’s Office of Inspector General, seeking details about the watchdog’s direct participation in the Biden DOJ’s “Arctic Frost” investigation and its involvement in the seizure and imaging of Rep. Scott Perry’s personal cellphone.

Jordan sent a letter Wednesday to Acting Inspector General Don Richard Berthiaume outlining concerns about the OIG’s cooperation with the FBI during the investigation.

According to the letter, FBI agents and an OIG agent seized Perry’s phone on August 9, 2022, while he was traveling with his family.

Jordan wrote that the seizure was tied to a joint investigation between the OIG and DOJ known as Arctic Frost.

Jordan stated that reports show the OIG used its own laboratory in Northern Virginia to assist the FBI with a forensic review of Perry’s device. His letter said Perry’s phone “was imaged after the search,” producing a complete forensic copy that included communications protected under common-law privileges and the Constitution’s Speech or Debate Clause.

Jordan wrote that the OIG’s willingness to assist with the phone’s imaging “raises serious concerns about why the OIG would be willing to sacrifice its independence to assist the FBI in advancing such a partisan investigation.”

Jordan said recently disclosed internal FBI documents reveal that Arctic Frost investigators collected call logs from nine Members of Congress, including eight Senators, covering the period from January 4 through January 7, 2021.

He also wrote that the Biden-Harris White House helped the FBI obtain government-issued devices previously used by President Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence.

Earlier this month, Attorney General Pam Bondi detailed what investigators discovered.

Pam Bondi: “During the Arctic Frost Investigation, we found that Special Counsel seized President Trump’s government-issued phone. This means the Biden Administration turned over President Trump’s phone to Special Counsel—an UNPRECEDENTED action. In addition, Special Counsel subpoenaed all of President Trump’s PERSONAL phone records. We can never again allow this kind of government weaponization in America. I submitted these new documents to our partners on Capitol Hill. I commend our team at the FBI for working diligently to expose this.”

Other lawmakers have also raised concerns. Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley previously released information showing that former Special Counsel Jack Smith targeted what he described as the “entire Republican apparatus.”

Grassley also made public documents indicating that Attorney General Merrick Garland, former FBI Director Chris Wray, and DOJ official Lisa Monaco authorized the opening of Arctic Frost.

Grassley stated that new disclosures show Smith issued 197 subpoenas to 34 individuals and 163 businesses, including financial institutions, and that conservative groups such as Turning Point USA and the Republican Attorneys General Association were among the entities examined.

“I’ve obtained through legally protected whistleblower disclosures,” Grassley said during a press conference on Wednesday.

“197 subpoenas were issued by Jack Smith and his team. These subpoenas were issued to 34 individuals and 163 businesses, including financial institutions.”

President Trump commented on the investigation last week, calling for accountability for those involved in Arctic Frost and in earlier investigations.

President Trump: “Former FBI Agent Walter Giardina is a DIRTY COP! He should be, along with Deranged Jack Smith, the sinister team of Lisa Monaco and Andrew Weissmann, Liddle’ Jay Bratt, Norm Eisen and his FAKE Charity, CREW, Christopher Wray, Merrick Garland, Thomas Windom, who dreamt up the corrupt J-6 Witch Hunt, should be investigated, immediately. They are a disgrace to our Nation. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”

Jordan’s inquiry seeks documents and communications detailing the OIG’s role, the decision-making process behind its involvement, and any internal discussions relating to Arctic Frost.

Democrats’ Trump-Epstein Narrative Evaporates as They Block Immediate Release of Files
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Democrats’ Trump-Epstein Narrative Evaporates as They Block Immediate Release of Files

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Rep. Tim Burchett of Tennessee moved for unanimous consent on Wednesday to bring all remaining Jeffrey Epstein files directly to the House floor for immediate release.

The request was blocked, preventing the measure from advancing.

Burchett said his goal was to avoid delays by sending the remaining documents straight to the full House.

In a video message recorded after leaving the chamber, he described the blocked request.

“To get the Epstein files, get it straight to the floor, just to cut out all this nonsense,” he said.

“They blocked it, oddly enough.”

He said the documents have been in Congress’s possession for several years.

“Now here, they’ve had it for four years, and… obviously, if there’s something there about Trump, they would have released it,” Burchett said.

Burchett added that House members who have recently said they support full transparency did not allow the motion to proceed.

“They’ve had it for four years, and they obviously, if there was something there about Trump, they would have released it. And now they’re all, ‘Let’s get it out! Let’s get it out!’ Well, I just made a motion to bring it straight to the dadgum floor, and they blocked it.”

“This is politics,” he said.

“It has nothing to do with doing what’s right. I mean, it’s Washington, D.C., to a T. And again, they ought to be ashamed of themselves, but they’re probably not.”

Members of Congress had recently released three emails related to the Epstein matter.

Following that release, House Republicans responded by making available a larger tranche of documents totaling approximately 20,000 pages.

The dispute over document releases followed competing interpretations of the contents of the initial emails.

Lawmakers who supported releasing them said they demonstrated the need for further transparency.

Other lawmakers argued that the emails had been taken out of context. The full set of documents was later published in response.

The sequence of releases has prompted calls from some members for all remaining materials to be made available at once rather than selectively.

Burchett said the full set of Epstein files should be disclosed without delay and that his unanimous consent request was intended to facilitate that process.


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