- Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, faced criticism for defending his colleague, Stacey Plaskett, amidst controversy.
- Stacey Plaskett was the subject of Republican attempts to censure her due to her alleged communication with Jeffrey Epstein.
- The controversy arose from Plaskett reportedly texting Epstein during a 2019 congressional hearing focused on then-President Donald Trump.
- The situation has become a point of contention between Democrats and Republicans, with Raskin’s defense attracting significant attention.
- This incident has added fuel to the ongoing political tensions surrounding figures associated with Epstein.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/house-dem-slammed-sick-defense-colleague-caught-texting-epstein-during-2019-hearing)
