- Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Democratic member of the House from Maryland, faced criticism for defending his colleague, Stacey Plaskett.
- The controversy arose due to Stacey Plaskett allegedly texting Jeffrey Epstein during a 2019 congressional hearing focused on then-President Donald Trump.
- Republican members of the House have called for Plaskett to be formally censured for her actions during the hearing.
- The situation has sparked outrage and ridicule, particularly directed at Raskin for his defense of Plaskett amid these allegations.
- This incident highlights ongoing partisan tensions in Congress, especially on matters involving past notable figures like Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/house-dem-slammed-sick-defense-colleague-caught-texting-epstein-during-2019-hearing)
