Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan, Chair of the House Judiciary Committee, has sent a letter to federal prosecutors in California raising concerns about the prosecution of former Nebraska Rep. Jeff Fortenberry. Fortenberry was charged with lying to FBI agents about illegal foreign contributions to his campaign in 2016, and his lawyers have alleged political motivation behind the prosecution. The letter seeks answers on the handling of the case and preservation of related records. Fortenberry’s conviction was overturned in 2023 due to the charge being filed in California instead of where the alleged crimes occurred. Despite prosecutors denying political motivations, critics claim Fortenberry knew the rules. The case has gained attention from House Republicans, including close ally President Trump, raising questions about political bias in the Justice Department’s actions. The next phase of the case is set for late January with a trial scheduled for early February. The Justice Department has declined to comment on the letter.
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Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan Raises Questions About Prosecution of Former Nebraska Rep. Fortenberry
LINCOLN – Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan has sent a letter to federal prosecutors in California questioning the prosecution of former Nebraska Rep. Jeff Fortenberry. Allegations of political motivation behind Fortenberry’s charges have sparked concerns, with his conviction being overturned in 2023. Critics claim Fortenberry was aware of the rules regarding illegal campaign contributions. The case has garnered attention from House Republicans, including President Trump, raising skepticism about political bias in the Justice Department’s actions. The upcoming hearings are set for late January, leading to a trial in February. The Justice Department has declined to comment on the matter.
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