Trump's Special Counsel Nominee Withdraws Amid Racist Texts Controversy
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNBC
Paul Ingrassia, President Trump's nominee to lead the Office of the Special Counsel, withdrew from consideration after revelations of racist texts and controversial statements, including references to a 'Nazi streak' and derogatory comments about holidays related to Black Americans, which led to bipartisan opposition and his eventual withdrawal from the Senate process.