Trump Nominee Faces Senate Revolt Over Alleged Racist Messages
President Trump’s nominee to lead the Office of Special Counsel faces mounting opposition after reports revealed allegedly racist text messages. At least four Republican senators have indicated they will oppose Paul Ingrassia’s confirmation, potentially dooming his nomination.
Nomination in Peril Following Controversial Text Revelations
The confirmation of Paul Ingrassia, President Trump’s nominee to lead the Office of Special Counsel, appears increasingly uncertain after at least four Republican senators announced their opposition following a Politico report detailing allegedly racist text messages. According to reports, the messages included inflammatory statements about Martin Luther King Jr. Day and self-described “Nazi streak” comments that have triggered bipartisan concern.
