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Senator Schiff Faces Indictment Amid Trump Campaign Fallout

11/10/2025

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Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) faces a potential indictment tied to U.S. President Donald Trump’s campaign against political adversaries, the first time a sitting senator would be targeted.
Schiff denies mortgage fraud allegations.
Lawmakers fear the move could polarize Congress and note Republican divisions.
Schiff has established a legal defense fund.
Democrats urge Republican colleagues to speak out against the perceived weaponization of the Justice Department.

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Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) faces a potential indictment tied to U.S. President Donald Trump’s campaign against political adversaries, the first time a sitting senator would be targeted.
Schiff denies mortgage fraud allegations.
Lawmakers fear the move could polarize Congress and note Republican divisions.
Schiff has established a legal defense fund.
Democrats urge Republican colleagues to speak out against the perceived weaponization of the Justice Department.