Rep. Jordan's Opening Statement: Allegations of Political Weaponization Against Trump

Allegations of Political Motivation

• 🎯 Rep. Jordan alleges that the actions taken against President Trump were politically motivated, aimed at preventing his return to the presidency.
• 💡 He claims that the subpoena for Kevin McCarthy's phone records, issued shortly after he became Speaker, demonstrates this political agenda.

Concerns Over Subpoena and Gag Order

• 📱 The subpoena for McCarthy's phone records, covering a two-month period in 2020-2021, is described as an intrusion into personal and professional life.
• ⚠️ A gag order on AT&T to prevent notification to the Speaker of the House about the phone record release is highlighted as an "insult to injury."
• ⚖️ The justification for the gag order, citing the Speaker as a "flight risk" or potential tamperer with evidence, is questioned.

Historical Context of Investigations

• 🔍 Jordan traces a history of investigations against Trump, starting with the 2016 campaign and the Steele dossier, which he calls "garbage."
• 🚫 The Mueller investigation is cited as a costly, lengthy, and ultimately fruitless endeavor, finding no conspiracy or coordination.
• 🗳️ Two impeachment proceedings are mentioned, one with secret hearings and another as a "snap impeachment" after Trump left office.

Legal Challenges and Special Counsel Appointment

• 🧑‍⚖️ Alvin Bragg and Fani Willis are mentioned, with Jordan suggesting Bragg changed his mind about a case after being elected due to left-wing pressure.
• ❓ The deposition of Nathan Wade in Georgia is described, where he allegedly could not recall details of meetings with the January 6th Committee or the Biden administration.
• 🏠 The raid on Trump's home is criticized for allegedly not following normal FBI protocols, with the case being run out of DC instead of Miami.
• 📜 The appointment of Jack Smith as special counsel is questioned, with a reference to a Washington Post editorial suggesting his actions could infringe on the First Amendment.
• 🏛️ Judge Cannon's ruling that Jack Smith was not properly appointed and the subsequent Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity are brought up.

Procedural Irregularities and Election Timing

• ⏳ Jordan argues that Jack Smith is abandoning proper procedure and ignoring court rules because he is "running out of time" before the election.
• 📢 The filing of a 165-page motion before the defense responded to the indictment is called "atypical and irregular."
• 🗳️ The primary motivation, according to Jordan, is to stop Trump from running for president and tie him up in court before the election.

Conclusion: The People's Will

• 🗣️ Jordan asserts that the "American people" see through these alleged political tactics.
• ✊ He concludes that while the left may control media, tech, and academia, they do not control "we the people."
• ✅ The collective efforts of figures like Comey, Bragg, Willis, and Smith are framed as attempts to undermine the will of the people, which he believes has resulted in Trump being elected twice.