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DOJ Subpoenas Trump Chief of Staff Over Lobbying Scandal

2/7/2026

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The Department of Justice confirmed Public Citizen's concerns about Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff to U.S. President Donald Trump, and subpoenaed her to testify about lobbying for Raul Gorrín.
Former Congressman David Rivera and Esther Nuhfer allegedly lobbied to remove Gorrín from sanctions while concealing his criminal activities.
Rivera received over $5.5 million for lobbying.
Public Citizen criticized Wiles' extensive client list and questioned her White House suitability.

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The Department of Justice confirmed Public Citizen's concerns about Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff to U.S. President Donald Trump, and subpoenaed her to testify about lobbying for Raul Gorrín.
Former Congressman David Rivera and Esther Nuhfer allegedly lobbied to remove Gorrín from sanctions while concealing his criminal activities.
Rivera received over $5.5 million for lobbying.
Public Citizen criticized Wiles' extensive client list and questioned her White House suitability.