Yes, Adam Schiff Can Be Prosecuted For Deliberately Leaking Classified Information To Hurt Trump
Elad Hakim
If recent reports are true, Sen. Adam Schiff could have some explaining to do. According to newly-released documents, a Democratic whistleblower told the FBI that Schiff approved leaking classified information regarding the alleged Russiagate scandal to smear President Donald Trump. According to the report:
“When working in this capacity, [redacted staffer’s name] was called to an all-staff meeting by SCHIFF. In this meeting, SCHIFF stated the group would leak classified information which was derogatory to President of the United States DONALD J. TRUMP. SCHIFF stated the information would be used to indict President TRUMP.”
If this information is accurate, Schiff could potentially face legal consequences. However, before entertaining this possibility, questions remain as to whether this alleged conduct would enjoy immunity under the speech or debate clause of the Constitution.
Article I, Section 6, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution states, “…for any Speech or Debate in either House, [Senators and Representatives] shall not be questioned in any other Place.” According to legislative attorney Todd Harvey, one purpose of this provision is to “protect the independence, integrity, and effectiveness of the legislative branch by barring executive or judicial intrusions into the protected sphere of the legislative process.”
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