House Republicans Demand Answers from Manhattan DA’s Office Over Potential Indictment of Former President Donald Trump

The Manhattan District Attorney’s office is facing scrutiny from House Republicans over reports of a possible indictment of former President Donald Trump. On Monday, House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R-OH) sent a letter to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg demanding sworn testimony and documents related to the potential indictment.

The letter, signed by House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer (R-Y) and House Administration Committee Chair Brian Steil (R-WI), accused Bragg of preparing to “engage in an unprecedented abuse of prosecutorial authority.” The letter also questioned whether the Manhattan DA’s office was using federal funds to investigate President Trump and if there was communication with the Department of Justice about the investigation.

The Manhattan DA’s office has been searching for a basis to bring charges against Trump for years, and the potential indictment has been met with criticism from House Republicans. Jordan’s letter stated that if Bragg does move forward with the indictment, they expect him to testify to lawmakers about the decision.

The Manhattan DA’s office has yet to comment on the letter or the potential indictment. It is unclear if or when Bragg will testify before Congress or if the indictment will move forward. However, the letter has raised questions about the potential implications of the indictment and the role of the Manhattan DA’s office in the investigation.