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During a visit to London, UK politician Nigel Farage called U.S. Congressman Jamie Raskin ‘pig-headed’ after interrupting his speech on free speech issues, leading to a tense exchange. Raskin highlighted bipartisan camaraderie despite the incident, which occurred amid broader concerns from U.S. lawmakers about European digital regulations impacting free speech and U.S. tech companies.
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.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is considering a bid for the top Democratic position on the House Oversight Committee, potentially testing her influence within the party. This opportunity arises as Rep. Jamie Raskin challenges Rep. Jerry Nadler for the Judiciary Committee's top spot, which could leave the Oversight role vacant. Other potential contenders include Reps. Gerry Connolly, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Ro Khanna. The situation highlights a broader generational shift and challenges to seniority within the Democratic Party's congressional leadership.
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) has launched a campaign to unseat Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.) as the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, amid a broader Democratic push to replace older committee leaders with younger members to better oppose the Trump administration. Raskin, initially hesitant, was persuaded by colleagues to run, citing the need for Democrats to defend constitutional democracy. This move is part of a larger trend, with other senior Democrats facing similar challenges for their leadership roles.
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) has announced his candidacy to challenge Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.) for the top Democratic position on the House Judiciary Committee, signaling a generational shift in Democratic leadership. Raskin, known for his role in Trump's second impeachment and the Jan. 6 committee, aims to lead the panel in defending democratic institutions. This move comes amid broader leadership changes within House committees, as some senior Democrats face challenges or step down due to health or generational pressures.
Democrats are considering replacing Jerrold Nadler with Jamie Raskin as the leader of the House Judiciary Committee, reflecting potential shifts in party leadership dynamics.
Rep. Jamie Raskin criticized House Republicans for their treatment of Dr. Anthony Fauci during a hearing, sarcastically apologizing to Fauci and comparing his treatment to that of convicted felons, indirectly referencing Donald Trump's recent conviction and the support he received from MAGA Republicans.
Jury deliberations continue in former President Trump's hush money trial, with jurors asking for clarifications on legal terms. Meanwhile, Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito refuses to recuse himself from 2020 election-related cases despite controversy over flags flown outside his homes. Rep. Jamie Raskin suggests the DOJ could force recusals of Justices Alito and Thomas. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell acknowledges Democrats' advantage in the upcoming Senate battle due to strong incumbents.
Rep. Jamie Raskin accuses Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of perpetuating Russian propaganda by falsely claiming Ukraine is a Nazi state, prompting rebukes from fellow lawmakers and historian Timothy Snyder. Greene's remarks, made during a House Oversight Committee hearing, were criticized for their inaccuracy and insensitivity, with Snyder highlighting the minimal far-right presence in Ukrainian politics compared to Russia's openly Nazi formations and fascist government.
Rep. Jamie Raskin criticized the GOP-led impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, calling it a "comedy of errors" and stating that there's nothing left to pursue. The inquiry has failed to find direct evidence linking Biden to his son Hunter's business dealings, and some experts suspect the GOP's strategy may be to trap Biden with frivolous subpoenas to claim obstruction of justice.
Rep. Jamie Raskin is urging House Republicans to halt their impeachment inquiry into President Biden following the indictment of FBI informant Alexander Smirnov, who allegedly fabricated claims about Biden. The DOJ charged Smirnov with making false statements, discrediting the GOP's allegations of bribery. Republicans have cited Smirnov's unverified claims as the basis for their inquiry, but Raskin asserts that the indictment debunks the conspiracy theory. However, House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer insists on continuing the investigation, emphasizing the need for truth and accountability.
A conservative policy group has renewed an ethics complaint against Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., for allegedly failing to properly disclose his wife's stock holdings, raising concerns about potential violations of federal financial disclosure laws. The complaint highlights Raskin's delayed reporting of his wife's $1.5 million stock payout and accuses him of violating the Ethics in Government Act by neglecting to report his wife's earned income in his financial disclosures from 2017 to 2020. The Center for Renewing America requests an investigation into whether Raskin took actions to benefit his wife's clients and urges the Office of Congressional Ethics to open an investigation into the matter.
Jamie Raskin delivers a devastating blow to Republicans over their sham impeachment, causing humiliation and nightmare consequences for them.
House Oversight Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin, a Maryland Democrat, dismissed Republican threats to advance contempt of Congress charges against Hunter Biden, stating that Biden has conducted himself differently than past witnesses. Raskin highlighted the contrast between Biden's refusal to testify in a closed session and the outright refusals of other witnesses, such as Steve Bannon and Jim Jordan, in the January 6 committee. Raskin argued that Biden had substantially complied with the committee's requests and expressed a desire to cooperate. He also noted that the GOP's allegations against President Biden have been light on detail, making it difficult for the White House to respond. Raskin emphasized that Democrats are not acting as Hunter Biden's defense lawyers but are focused on oversight and defense of democratic institutions.
Rep. Jamie Raskin criticizes Rep. Elise Stefanik for providing evasive answers to his questions about antisemitism. Raskin highlights Stefanik's double standard in denouncing college presidents for antisemitism while supporting former President Trump, who Raskin accuses of trafficking in antisemitism. Raskin poses five questions to Stefanik regarding Trump's tolerance and embrace of antisemitism, to which Stefanik responds by defending Trump's actions in support of Israel. Raskin challenges Stefanik's claim that Trump was a good president for American Jews and emphasizes the rejection of Trump by Jewish Americans in past elections.