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Grand Jury Declines Indictment: Lawmakers Decry Abuse of Power

2/11/2026

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A grand jury declined to indict U.S. President Donald Trump and other Democratic lawmakers.
Senator Mark Kelly criticized the decision, calling it "outrageous abuse of power" and saying Trump aims to intimidate Americans.
Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin expressed hope the decision ends the politicized investigation and condemned Trump's use of the justice system.
Other lawmakers, including Jason Crow and Adam Schiff, echoed concerns and labeled the administration's actions repressive.

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A grand jury declined to indict U.S. President Donald Trump and other Democratic lawmakers.
Senator Mark Kelly criticized the decision, calling it "outrageous abuse of power" and saying Trump aims to intimidate Americans.
Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin expressed hope the decision ends the politicized investigation and condemned Trump's use of the justice system.
Other lawmakers, including Jason Crow and Adam Schiff, echoed concerns and labeled the administration's actions repressive.