Jim Jordan threatens to force NY AG Letitia James to testify in Trump hush-money case.
House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, has issued another stern letter to New York Attorney General Letitia James, demanding information regarding a former Justice Department official involved in prosecuting former President Trump in the Manhattan hush-money trial.
Jordan’s letter, dated May 15, expressed concerns about the actions of popularly elected prosecutors, such as New York County District Attorney Alvin Bragg, accusing them of an abuse of authority in their pursuit of the former President. The committee seeks information and documents related to Matt Colangelo’s prior employment at the New York Attorney General’s Office, highlighting his significant role in the prosecution.
The Supreme Court has acknowledged the essential role of Congress in conducting oversight, encompassing inquiries into the administration of laws and matters affecting American civil liberties. Jordan, citing Rule X of the House Rules, emphasized the Judiciary Committee’s responsibility to oversee criminal justice issues and uphold civil liberties.
Concerned with preventing politically motivated prosecutions of current and former Presidents by state and local prosecutors, particularly in jurisdictions like New York County, where the prosecutors are elected, Jordan emphasized the need for fairness and consistency in the criminal justice system.
Attorney General Letitia James, following a press conference on a verdict involving former President Trump in a civil fraud trial, has been urged to comply with the Committee’s requests for information regarding Colangelo’s employment history. Failure to do so may lead to further action by the Judiciary Committee.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and Matt Colangelo have agreed to testify before the House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, providing insights into their roles in the Trump investigation. This testimony is scheduled for July 12, a day after Trump’s sentencing in the case.
Prior to Trump’s recent verdict, Rep. Jim Jordan demanded information from Attorney General Merrick Garland regarding the Justice Department’s involvement in the prosecution of the former President. The Department responded, denying any contact between federal prosecutors and those handling the hush money case in New York.
Alvin Bragg, currently serving his first term as Manhattan’s district attorney, has overseen multiple legal battles involving Trump and his business dealings. Working closely with Colangelo, the team collaborated on various Trump-related investigations, with Colangelo playing a crucial role during the trial.
As the Committee awaits responses from the involved parties, the pursuit of transparency and accountability in the justice system remains paramount. Stay tuned for further developments as the legal proceedings surrounding President Trump continue to unfold.
