DEA informant

House Speaker’s Claim: Trump as FBI Snitch Sparks Confusion and Controversy

House Speaker Mike Johnson’s claim that Donald Trump acted as an FBI informant in the Jeffrey Epstein case has caused confusion among former Trump administration officials. These officials expressed bewilderment, unsure if Johnson was citing insider information or speaking extemporaneously. The claim, which has not been confirmed by the FBI or Trump himself, sparked a reaction from the public and media. Johnson’s comments emerged amidst calls for more information regarding Epstein’s associates and the release of related documents, including those sought by survivors and lawmakers.

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DEA Informant Charged with Extorting Cocaine Traffickers

Jorge Hernández, a former DEA informant known for assisting in major drug cases, has been arrested and charged with wire fraud. The 57-year-old allegedly extorted millions from six drug traffickers facing extradition, promising reduced sentences he could not deliver. Hernández, who had a long history with the DEA, including testimony in a bribery trial against former DEA supervisors, is accused of taking payments in cash, jewelry, and property. This arrest follows a prior federal conviction for money laundering, with probation set to expire in May 2027.

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