Jim Banks Questions DOJ's Handling of Threats Against His Family
Rep. Jim Banks challenges Attorney General Garland on why federal prosecutors did not pursue charges in his case despite clear evidence.
- Aaron Thompson, who threatened Banks' family, received probation from a local court but was not prosecuted federally.
- Banks contrasts his case with threats against Democratic lawmakers that were prosecuted by the DOJ.
- Thompson admitted to making threats while intoxicated due to political disagreements with Banks.
- Banks shared specific threats made by Thompson, including references to guns and violence.
- The DOJ has not responded to Banks' letter questioning the disparity in prosecution.