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Trump Faces GOP Backlash Over Failed Indictment Attempt

2/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced Senate Republicans' criticism over a failed indictment targeting six Democratic lawmakers tied to a video urging disobedience.
Senators Josh Hawley and Chuck Grassley called the case weak and warned of a chilling effect on speech.
U.S. Representative Jason Crow, a military veteran, warned of consequences for officials involved, calling the indictment political retribution as they weigh next steps after the grand jury rejected the charges.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced Senate Republicans' criticism over a failed indictment targeting six Democratic lawmakers tied to a video urging disobedience.
Senators Josh Hawley and Chuck Grassley called the case weak and warned of a chilling effect on speech.
U.S. Representative Jason Crow, a military veteran, warned of consequences for officials involved, calling the indictment political retribution as they weigh next steps after the grand jury rejected the charges.