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Freedom Caucus Opposes Bennie Thompson on Trump Assassination Task Force

Republicans cite potential bias and past legislation as reasons for exclusion from investigative panel.

Overview

  • House Freedom Caucus demands Rep. Bennie Thompson be removed from the Trump assassination attempt task force.
  • Thompson introduced a bill that could strip Secret Service protection from convicted felons, including Trump.
  • Republicans argue that Thompson's past actions show a lack of impartiality necessary for the investigation.
  • House Speaker and Minority Leader announced a bipartisan task force to investigate the assassination attempt.
  • Thompson rebuts accusations and states he has no interest in joining the task force.