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Judge Allows Prosecution of Rep. McIver Amid Controversy

11/13/2025

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A federal judge in New Jersey ruled that the Justice Department can proceed against Rep. LaMonica McIver (D) and rejected her immunity and selective-prosecution defenses, finding her actions were not primarily for legislative purposes.
McIver's lawyers plan to appeal the decision.
The ruling raises concerns about congressional oversight amid assertions that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump targets political opponents.
McIver faces over a dozen years in prison if convicted.

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A federal judge in New Jersey ruled that the Justice Department can proceed against Rep. LaMonica McIver (D) and rejected her immunity and selective-prosecution defenses, finding her actions were not primarily for legislative purposes.
McIver's lawyers plan to appeal the decision.
The ruling raises concerns about congressional oversight amid assertions that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump targets political opponents.
McIver faces over a dozen years in prison if convicted.