Jim Jordan Casts Doubt on Federal Probe of Trump Assassination Attempt, Blasts FBI for Retaliation
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Rep. Jim Jordan, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, appeared on Newsmax Tuesday evening, raising concerns over the federal investigation into an assassination attempt against Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence in South Florida. Jordan expressed dissatisfaction with the way law enforcement has handled the case and echoed Trump’s accusations that the charges brought against the suspect were politically motivated.
The suspect, Ryan Routh, was arrested by the Secret Service after allegedly attempting to attack Trump with a high-powered rifle at Mar-a-Lago. Routh has been charged with unlawful gun possession as a felon and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number. However, Trump and his allies believe that the charges are insufficient given the severity of the incident.
“No, Of Course Not”: Jordan Criticizes DOJ Efforts
When asked if he was satisfied with the Department of Justice’s handling of the case, Jordan aligned himself with Trump’s critique. “No, of course not,” Jordan responded to Greta Van Susteren on The Record. He went on to suggest that the federal prosecutors deliberately undercharged Routh for political reasons, pointing to a pattern of what he views as bias within the DOJ.
Jordan further expanded his criticism to encompass the FBI, accusing the bureau of engaging in retaliation against whistleblowers who have testified before his subcommittee, the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government. He claimed these whistleblowers faced significant professional repercussions, including revoked security clearances, and described their situation as “a living hell.”
FBI Tied to Retaliation Efforts
Jordan specifically raised concerns about the FBI agent in charge of the assassination investigation at the Miami field office, alleging that this individual was also involved in retaliating against the whistleblowers who came forward with information. He described this as part of a broader, troubling pattern within the FBI.
“Should we be surprised?” Jordan asked rhetorically. “I don’t think we should be surprised that the same FBI that spied on Trump’s campaign; the same FBI that said, ‘If you’re a parent showing up at a school board meeting, you need investigating’; the same FBI that said if you’re a pro-life Catholic you’re an extremist; the same FBI that can’t tell us who leaked the Dobbs decision, who put the pipe bombs on Jan. 6 at the Capitol, and who put cocaine at the White House.”
Jordan’s sweeping criticisms highlighted what he perceives as a systemic issue within the FBI, where political bias influences investigations and the treatment of whistleblowers. He claimed that the bureau’s handling of Trump’s assassination plot is emblematic of larger problems within the agency.
Scheduled Hearing to Address FBI Retaliation
Jordan indicated that these concerns would be the subject of a hearing scheduled for Tuesday, where he intends to bring further scrutiny to the FBI’s actions. He expressed his belief that the American public has lost confidence in the Department of Justice, particularly under Attorney General Merrick Garland.
“I don’t believe Americans have a whole lot of confidence in Garland’s words,” Jordan concluded, suggesting that the public shares his skepticism about the impartiality and effectiveness of the DOJ and FBI.
The controversy surrounding the assassination attempt, combined with the ongoing tension between Trump’s allies and federal law enforcement, continues to fuel debate over the perceived politicization of the justice system. As Jordan prepares for the upcoming hearing, the issue of FBI conduct and its handling of whistleblower complaints will remain in the spotlight.
