Trump's Justice Department faces a new era of scrutiny under a Democratic-led Congress
Summary
Democrats gained control of Congress, setting up investigations into Justice Department actions under President Donald Trump. Attorney General Todd Blanche says the department will cooperate with Congress but will continue pursuing the administration’s priorities.Key Facts
- The Justice Department has faced criticism over investigations of Trump’s perceived political opponents and the firing of career employees.
- Several cases pursued by the department have stalled, been rejected by grand juries or been dismissed by judges.
- Before the election, prosecutors sought an indictment against former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson and accelerated an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar.
- A judge swiftly dismissed a criminal complaint against two former FBI officials.
- Blanche said the department would not be deterred by Democratic investigations.
- A top aide to Blanche told U.S. attorneys to prepare for a “wartime” footing.
- Democrats may face difficulty enforcing congressional subpoenas, and criminal contempt referrals would go to the Justice Department.
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