Trump's Jail Threats Against Jan. 6 Committee Spark GOP Division

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House Republicans are divided over Donald Trump's call to jail members of the January 6th Committee, with some expressing support for investigating potential legal violations by the committee. Trump has falsely accused the committee of destroying evidence, a claim debunked by fact-checks. While some GOP members are enthusiastic about potential prosecutions, others avoid commenting on Trump's statements. The situation highlights the deepening partisan divide and the potential for increased tension in Congress.
Topics:nation#donald-trump#house-republicans#james-comer#jamie-raskin#january-6th-committee#politics
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