AOC facing expulsion from Congress, and revocation of national security clearance.

ThatOwlWoman said:
Seriously. One of the forum MAGATs even has a Goebbels quote as their sig line, they are that ate up with the idea of fascism and hate. They don't even try to hide it anymore.
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They don't get it....this ain't German or one of the South American countries that went total fascist. Our population is too diverse on the economic and social stage. This is why you have died in the wool GOP voters suddenly realizing they've been had and are raising hell in town halls ... so much so that the RNC is issuing suggestions to congressmen (fed and local) NOT to have them.
 
Teflon Don said:
There was a story that one of her staffers self deported. Did she hire him knowing he was illegal? How did he get paid without a SSN? Fake one?
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Of course, and filing fake government documents is okay with leftists, as is hiring foreigners and giving them access to classified materials; just ask Hillary and Diane Feinstein.
Teflon Don said:
She should be questioned and punished to the fullest extent of the law. Remember how big on the law our democrat party friends are?
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They need to be arrested and tried for treason and racketeering under RICO statutes, along with the entire DNC..
 
Earl said:
Indeed and it is against the law to harbor an illegal.
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WTF are you babbling about, Earl. God, I can't believe you're really this dumb. I suspect you're just a troll to keep things going.

It's not against the law to advise people of their rights. Once your feet hit the soil, you have rights .... just ask all the Cuban refugees who claim asylum (i.e., Battista babies).
 
Taichiliberal said:
They don't get it....this ain't German or one of the South American countries that went total fascist. Our population is too diverse on the economic and social stage. This is why you have died in the wool GOP voters suddenly realizing they've been had and are raising hell in town halls ... so much so that the RNC is issuing suggestions to congressmen (fed and local) NOT to have them.
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That figures. We don't want others to know that ppl are pissed, do we? Our (R) congresscritter back in Missouri has never had a single town hall meeting. I have yet to see one for our (R) congresscritter here in MI either. Emails to them are ignored. They don't reply to comments on their social media posts, either.

Rather than destroying government agencies and the careers of civil servants, why aren't we revamping the whole election system and term limiting these asshats? How are they managing to get wealthy while serving, and why aren't we doing something about that instead of focusing on the people who do the actual work of the people??
 
Diogenes said:
The Awan brothers—Imran, Abid, and Jamal—were Pakistani-American IT specialists who worked for multiple Democrat members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Their story became a focal point of controversy starting in 2017, often referred to as the "Awan scandal," involving allegations of misconduct, criminal activity, and conspiracy theories about espionage. Here’s what happened based on available information:


Background


Imran Awan began working as an IT staffer on Capitol Hill in 2004, eventually bringing in his brothers and other associates, including his wife, Hina Alvi, to work as shared employees for dozens of House Democrats. They provided technical support for lawmakers, including prominent figures like Debbie Wasserman Schultz, then-chair of the Democrat National Committee (DNC). Their employment raised eyebrows due to their high salaries—sometimes exceeding $160,000 annually, unusual for IT roles—and reports of minimal oversight or vetting. (Note: @christiefan915 did not object AFAIK).


Investigation and Allegations


In early 2017, the U.S. Capitol Police and House authorities launched an investigation into the Awans over suspected procurement irregularities and potential breaches of House IT systems.


Key allegations included:
  • Equipment Theft and Fraud: House auditors noticed purchases of computer equipment were split into amounts under $500 to avoid inventory tracking, with some items allegedly delivered to the Awans’ personal residence rather than House offices. Smashed hard drives were later found at their home, though their purpose remains disputed.
  • Unauthorized Access: Concerns emerged that the brothers might have improperly accessed or transferred sensitive congressional data, given their roles supporting members of committees like Intelligence and Foreign Affairs. Some described them as "ghost employees" due to infrequent office appearances.
  • Financial Misconduct: The Awans were linked to personal financial troubles, including debts and a car dealership that showed signs of possible money laundering. They also faced accusations of double-billing the House for services.
The investigation sparked broader speculation, especially among conservative circles, with claims—unsupported by evidence—that they were Pakistani operatives stealing government secrets or part of a larger criminal network tied to foreign entities like Hezbollah.


Key Events
  • February 2017: The brothers were barred from the House network as the investigation intensified. Most lawmakers terminated their services, though Debbie Wasserman Schultz kept Imran on as an advisor.
  • March 2017: Hina Alvi, Imran’s wife, left for Pakistan with their children after being stopped by authorities at Dulles Airport. She was allowed to board her flight.
  • July 24, 2017: Imran Awan was arrested at Dulles Airport while attempting to board a flight to Pakistan via Qatar. He was charged with bank fraud related to a $165,000 home equity loan he and Hina had obtained, part of which was wired to Pakistan. He pleaded not guilty, surrendered his passports, and was placed under supervision with a GPS monitor.
  • August 2017: A federal grand jury indicted Imran and Hina on four counts, including conspiracy, false statements, bank fraud, and unlawful monetary transactions. The charges centered on financial crimes, not espionage or data theft.

Legal Outcome

  • July 3, 2018: Federal prosecutors concluded their 18-month investigation. Imran pleaded guilty to one count of making a false statement on a loan application. Prosecutors explicitly debunked conspiracy theories, stating they found "no evidence" that Imran illegally removed House data, stole equipment, or transferred classified information. No ties to foreign intelligence or broader criminal rings were substantiated.
  • August 21, 2018: U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan sentenced Imran to time served (about a month in custody) and three months of supervised release, a lenient outcome reflecting the limited scope of the proven charges. Hina Alvi’s charges were dropped as part of the plea deal, and she remained in Pakistan. Abid and Jamal faced no charges related to the House investigation, though Abid had separate legal issues involving debts.

Aftermath

  • Public Perception: The case faded from mainstream headlines after the plea deal, though it remains a talking point in some circles. Posts on X and alternative media suggest lingering suspicion, with claims of a cover-up or connections to broader political scandals (e.g., Debbie Wasserman Schultz’s DNC tenure). However, these lack concrete evidence beyond the resolved financial charges.
  • Where Are They Now?: Imran is presumed to be in the U.S., having completed his sentence. Hina remains in Pakistan. Little public information exists on Abid and Jamal’s current whereabouts.

Critical Notes

The gap between initial allegations and the final outcome fueled distrust. Critics argue the investigation was mishandled or suppressed, pointing to Steven Wasserman (Debbie’s brother), an Assistant U.S. Attorney in D.C., as a potential conflict of interest—though no proof shows he influenced the case. The lack of charges related to IT misconduct suggests either insufficient evidence or a focus shift to provable financial crimes. The conspiracy theories, while persistent, hinge on speculation rather than documented facts.

In short, the Awan brothers’ saga ended with a narrow conviction for bank fraud, a far cry from the explosive accusations that once surrounded them.

Their story reflects both real misconduct and the amplification of unproven narratives in a polarized climate.



@Grok
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Daily Caller/ Salem Media Defamation Case (Awan v. Daily Caller, Inc.)​

Defamation and Work-Related Torts
In 2020, Imran Awan and four other former House of Representatives IT staffers (Awans) filed a defamation action against the Daily Caller, former Daily Caller reporter Luke Rosiak, and Salem Media Group (Defendants), alleging that the Defendants defamed the Awans by publishing a book called Obstruction of Justice that falsely accuses the Awans of various crimes.

In 2018, the Department of Justice stated that after a thorough investigation of the Awans’ work in the House of Representatives, the government had “uncovered no evidence” that they had “violated federal law with respect to the House computer systems.” Despite this, Obstruction of Justice, published in 2019, falsely accused Imran Awan of hacking congressional servers, as well as other serious crimes.

In 2021, the Awans defeated motions to dismiss filed by the Defendants and anti-SLAPP motions to dismiss filed by Luke Rosiak and Salem Media Group.

In February 2023, the Awans reached a confidential settlement with the Daily Caller and Luke Rosiak. Because they did not settle with Salem Media Group, the Awans will continue to litigate their defamation, unjust enrichment, and intentional infliction of emotional distress claims against Salem Media Group.

The Awans are represented by PRF Law, Gupta Wessler, PLLC, Tycko & Zavareei LLP, and Farrar & Bell LLP.

The case is known as Awan et al. v. The Daily Caller, Inc. et al., No. 2020 CA 000652 B (D.C. Super.), and is pending in the District of Columbia Superior Court.

In an earlier case that the Awans brought against the House of Representatives for their wrongful termination by dozens of congressional offices, Peter Romer-Friedman negotiated a $850,000 settlement for the Awans, which the New York Times said “represent[ed] one of the largest known awards by the House to resolve discrimination or harassment claims”.

Daily Caller/ Salem Media Defamation Case (Awan v. Daily Caller, Inc.) — PRF Law

In 2020, Imran Awan and four other former House of Representatives IT staffers (Awans) filed a defamation action against the Daily Caller, former Daily Caller reporter Luke Rosiak, and Salem Media Group (Defendants), alleging that the Defendants defamed the Awans by publishing a book called Obstruct
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