Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, D-Ariz., has yet to be sworn into office nearly two weeks after her election. During an interview, Grijalva expressed suspicion at the delay, as she has not received any communication from House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., regarding a timeline. Grijalva believes the hold-up may be due to her planned signature on the discharge petition for the Epstein files, which would become the 218th vote needed to force a full chamber vote. She also highlighted the negative impact on her constituents, who are left without representation during a crucial time.
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Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of lying to Congress and obstruction. The indictment alleges that Comey falsely testified about authorizing an anonymous FBI source in news reports regarding an investigation into Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign. In response to the charges, Comey stated his innocence, expressing confidence in the federal judicial system, and emphasized that he will not be intimidated. The indictment followed President Trump’s call for charges against Comey, reflecting the ongoing feud between the two figures.
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The Department of Justice’s handling of the Ghislaine Maxwell case, particularly her transfer to a minimum-security prison, raises serious questions about preferential treatment. This special treatment given by the Trump administration suggests that a deal was made between Trump’s DOJ and Maxwell. Additionally, the unusual circumstances surrounding the move, coupled with Trump’s history with both Epstein and Maxwell, highlight the potential for obstruction and efforts to shield Trump from any fallout in the Epstein sex scandal. The Justice Department’s reluctance to release potentially incriminating records and the unexplainable interview by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche further supports this conclusion.
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In response to Gallego’s resolution, Mullin objected, claiming it was political theater and would be handled similarly to past investigations targeting Trump, such as the impeachments and special counsels. Mullin’s obstruction suggests an effort to shield Trump from scrutiny, particularly regarding the release of Epstein files, despite the failure to deliver on promises regarding these documents. The focus on President Biden’s non-involvement is seen as a weak argument, as Trump was also a former president during Epstein’s death. By blocking the resolution, Mullin is seen as using technicalities to delay the process and protect Trump.
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Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly obstructing justice and concealing an individual to prevent arrest. Prosecutors claim Dugan helped a man, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, evade immigration agents by leading him through a back door of her courtroom. This action allegedly occurred after ICE agents arrived to arrest Flores-Ruiz, who was in the country illegally, on existing domestic violence charges. Dugan’s attorney asserts her innocence, and she is scheduled for a preliminary hearing this Thursday.
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John Q. Hosedrinker