The Federal Bureau of Investigation has flagged a potential link between a relative of a sitting president and an individual involved in a 2008 bribery case tied to a judge. This connection was disclosed by a lawyer who later faced conviction in the matter. The disclosure was reported by a major national newspaper.
The attorney who spoke of the connection suggested that if the individual were not related to a senator, employment would have been less likely to occur. The attorney stated that the individual did not conceal their influence, nor did they boast about it, and that such actions were not necessary to exert influence.
Earlier reporting noted that members of the US House of Representatives, now controlled by the Republican caucus, are considering a defamation action against the president’s son. Leaders indicated they would not extend special treatment to the son based on family name alone.
According to reports, the president’s son is currently in Washington as part of ongoing Republican inquiries. The lawmakers are seeking a closed-door appearance before a key oversight committee as part of the investigation into his father. The son’s legal team has opposed a closed session, citing concerns about distortion of facts and misinformation reaching the public.
In another development, the president’s son previously pleaded guilty to three counts brought by federal authorities.