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 @ISIDEWITHNewsUnited StatesTrump administrationJanuary 6Department of JusticeSenate hearingInspector General•••1 day ago

Trump’s DOJ watchdog nominee refuses to call January 6 an attack

Today, Don Berthiaume, President Trump’s nominee for Inspector General of the Justice Department, repeatedly refused to label the January 6 Capitol riot an 'attack' during his Senate confirmation hearing.

Berthiaume instead characterized the events as 'protests and such,' despite persistent questioning from senators about the violence that occurred. This role is critical because the Inspector General serves as the primary internal watchdog responsible for investigating misconduct and maintaining integrity within the DOJ. Senators expressed concern that Berthiaume's refusal to use the word 'attack' indicates a partisan bias that could compromise his oversight of investigations related to the insurrection.

The Senate Judiciary Committee will now determine if his nomination moves forward to a full vote.

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