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House Democrat Demands Records on Kushner’s Israeli Defense Ties
politics14 days ago

House Democrat Demands Records on Kushner’s Israeli Defense Ties

Rep. Robert Garcia has formally requested financial records from Jared Kushner’s private equity firm, Affinity Partners, regarding its investments in Israeli defense contractors. This move follows a CNN investigation linking Kushner’s diplomatic role to his firm’s profits from companies like Elbit Systems. Kushner’s attorney dismissed the request as ironic, citing Garcia’s own pension holdings in the same stocks, while Democrats frame the inquiry as a necessary check on presidential family profiteering ahead of the midterm elections.

via CNN|
#affinity-partners#conflict-of-interest#house-oversight-committee
politics1 month ago

Oversight Committee Demands Records on Russian Oligarch’s Funding of Trump Jr. Wedding

House Democrats are demanding records regarding a Russian oligarch’s financial support for Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding after-party. ProPublica reported that Umar Kremlev, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on the event. Rep. Robert Garcia has sent letters to the White House and Trump Jr. seeking documents and communications, raising concerns about foreign influence and pay-to-play schemes.

via Politico|
#donald-trump-jr#house-oversight-committee#politics
House passes bipartisan bill to end penny production and mandate cash rounding
politics1 month ago

House passes bipartisan bill to end penny production and mandate cash rounding

The House of Representatives unanimously passed the Common Cents Act, a bipartisan measure that permanently bans the minting of new one-cent coins for general circulation. The legislation establishes a framework for rounding cash transactions to the nearest five cents, while ensuring existing pennies remain legal tender. The bill also authorizes the US Mint to test cheaper materials for nickels and directs the Treasury to assess the impact on vulnerable populations. If signed by President Donald Trump, the law would prevent future administrations from reversing the decision to halt penny production, which the Mint stopped in November 2025 due to rising costs.

via New York Post|
#common-cents-act#currency-reform#lisa-mcclain
Garcia presses for full Epstein files, accuses White House of a cover-up
politics8 months ago

Garcia presses for full Epstein files, accuses White House of a cover-up

On Face the Nation, Rep. Robert Garcia, the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, says the White House and DOJ are running a cover-up of Jeffrey Epstein’s files, with roughly half the documents unreleased or overly redacted. His panel is reviewing the material, interviewing survivors, and seeking bank records, with planned hearings and interviews of figures like Les Wexner. He also criticizes DHS agencies (ICE/CBP) as out of control under Donald Trump and urges Republicans to pursue a serious, public inquiry into Epstein’s financing, trafficking, and co-conspirators, while insisting all documents be released.

via CBS News|
#dhs-ice-cbp#doj#epstein-investigation
Robert Garcia elected as top Democrat on House Oversight Committee
politics1 year ago

Robert Garcia elected as top Democrat on House Oversight Committee

Democrats elected Rep. Robert Garcia of California as their leader on the House Oversight Committee, highlighting his rapid rise and potential to chair the committee if Democrats gain control of the House in the upcoming midterm elections. Garcia, a young, Latino, openly gay politician and former Long Beach mayor, was chosen over senior members in a vote reflecting a desire for fresh leadership and generational change within the party.

via NBC News|
#california#democratic-leadership#house-oversight-committee
Robert Garcia Enters Race for House Oversight Ranking Member
politics1 year ago

Robert Garcia Enters Race for House Oversight Ranking Member

Rep. Robert Garcia announced his bid for the top Democratic position on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, emphasizing his experience and the importance of oversight in government accountability. The race will test generational tensions within the Democratic Party, with other candidates also vying for the role following the death of former ranking member Gerry Connolly.

via Politico|
#caucus#democratic-party#house-oversight-committee
"Marjorie Taylor Greene's Controversial Actions Deepen Political Divide"
politics2 years ago

"Marjorie Taylor Greene's Controversial Actions Deepen Political Divide"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene walked out of a committee meeting after Rep. Robert Garcia reminded her of her support for the Jan. 6 insurrectionists, whom she had visited in jail and referred to as "political prisoners." Garcia criticized Greene for her actions, prompting her to leave the hearing. This incident occurred during a discussion on crime in Washington, D.C., where Greene went on a lengthy rant covering various topics.

via HuffPost|
#hearing#insurrection#marjorie-taylor-greene
"Marjorie Taylor Greene's Controversial Actions Deepen Political Divide"
politics2 years ago

"Marjorie Taylor Greene's Controversial Actions Deepen Political Divide"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene stormed out of a committee meeting after Rep. Robert Garcia reminded her of her support for the Capitol insurrectionists, causing her to leave the room. Garcia criticized Greene for hugging and coddling the insurrectionists in jail, calling her actions "disgusting." This incident occurred during a hearing on crime in Washington, D.C., where Greene went on a lengthy rant on various topics before walking out.

via Yahoo News|
#capitol-insurrection#committee-meeting#democratic-lawmaker
House Democrat introduces resolution to expel lying Rep. George Santos.
politics3 years ago

House Democrat introduces resolution to expel lying Rep. George Santos.

Democratic Representative Robert Garcia has initiated the process of forcing a vote on a motion to expel Republican George Santos, the congressman from New York facing federal charges of fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds. The vote will put many Republicans in a difficult position of defending a colleague with a history of lying about his work experience and biography. Santos has made extensive false claims about his past, including saying he earned degrees from New York University and Baruch College despite neither institution having any record of his attending.

via Reuters|
#fraud#george-santos#politics
Resolution to Expel Indicted Rep. George Santos Introduced by Democrat
politics3 years ago

Resolution to Expel Indicted Rep. George Santos Introduced by Democrat

Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia introduced a resolution on the House floor to expel GOP Rep. George Santos, who was indicted on 13 criminal counts, including wire fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds. The resolution would need a two-thirds majority to pass, but House Republicans are likely to table it. At least 12 House Republicans have called for Santos to resign or be expelled from Congress. Garcia's resolution is about putting Republicans on the record, and he hopes to speed up the timeline on a vote. Santos has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

via ABC News|
#criminal-charges#expulsion#george-santos