Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, FBI Director Kash Patel initially misinformed the public by falsely claiming the shooter was in custody, which was later corrected. This incident has raised concerns about Patel’s leadership, especially as he faces upcoming congressional oversight hearings. Democrats are expected to question him on several issues, including the firing of senior executives and a shift in the agency’s priorities towards illegal immigration and street crime. Patel is also under scrutiny for his handling of investigations and potential politicization of the bureau.
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Alexis Coe’s testimony before the House Committee on Oversight and Reform regarding the JFK assassination files devolved into a partisan spectacle. The lone historian witness, called by the minority party, faced attacks from Republican representatives who prioritized conspiracy theories over facts and historical accuracy. The hearing was marked by low attendance, superficial questioning, and the projection of a Tucker Carlson image, highlighting the lack of seriousness. Coe’s attempts to introduce relevant context and promote transparency regarding other declassified documents were largely ignored, underscoring the committee’s political motivations.
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On “Meet the Press,” Sen. Cory Booker defended calls for an investigation into whether President Trump engaged in insider trading related to his tariff reversal. Booker argued that Trump’s actions warrant congressional hearings due to the apparent conflict of interest and lack of transparency. While acknowledging a lack of concrete evidence of profit yet, Booker stressed the need for oversight given Trump’s unprecedented attacks on regulatory agencies. Democratic senators have already written to the SEC urging an investigation into potential market manipulation.
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