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On the recordMay 19, 2025
The proceeding initiated by the so-called U.S. Attorney in New Jersey is a blatant attempt by the Trump administration to intimidate Congress.
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Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York
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Jeffries condemns the charges as an attack on congressional oversight.

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