Sen. Eric Schmitt supports Attorney General Pam Bondi amid Epstein controversy, while House Republicans face legislative hurdles over cryptocurrency bills, FBI headquarters location, and Epstein files transparency, with ongoing negotiations and political tensions across Congress.
Republican Senator Eric Schmitt defended Tulsi Gabbard against accusations of being a foreign asset, calling such claims a "slur." Gabbard, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for Director of National Intelligence, faces bipartisan concerns over alleged ties to Russia. Schmitt emphasized Gabbard's military service and commitment to civil liberties, supporting her nomination alongside other controversial picks like Pam Bondi and Pete Hegseth.
Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) has suggested that President-elect Donald Trump should immediately fire Justice Department employees involved in investigating him, as part of a broader overhaul of the DOJ. This comes amid Trump's ongoing legal battles and his claims of the DOJ being 'weaponized' against him. Schmitt's comments reflect a push among Trump's supporters for retribution against political opponents and those involved in his legal cases, including special counsel Jack Smith. Trump's victory in the election has significant implications for his legal challenges, as the DOJ's policy prevents prosecuting a sitting president.