Recent discussions and document releases have shed light on Ray Hulser’s actions during the Clinton Foundation investigations, revealing serious concerns about his partiality and decisions affecting these investigations. This summary outlines the significant points surrounding Hulser’s conduct and its implications for current investigations, particularly those associated with former President Trump.
1. Background on Ray Hulser
• Ray Hulser was the head of the Department of Justice’s Public Integrity Section (PIN) and involved in investigations related to the Clinton Foundation.
• He faced allegations of bias and misconduct while interacting with the investigations during Trump’s presidency.
2. Withholding Information
• Documents revealed that Hulser withheld pertinent information from the U. S. Attorney's office, which was investigating the Clinton Foundation.
• He allegedly provided inconsistent details about the probe to the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Special Counsel John Durham.
3. Involvement in Trump Investigations
• Special Counsel Jack Smith later selected Hulser to assist in the investigations targeting Trump, during which Hulser recommended subpoenaing records of several Republican congressmen.
4. House Judiciary Committee Inquiry
• Rep. Jim Jordan has requested Hulser to appear before the House Judiciary Committee for questioning about his involvement in the investigations into Trump following the 2020 election.
• Jordan’s inquiry is partly based on recently released documents that question Hulser's objectivity.
5. Clinton Foundation Investigation Background
• There were three previous investigations into the Clinton Foundation that began as early as 2015, with discussions initiated by FBI agents.
• Hulser notably refused to support a preliminary investigation into the Clintons in early 2016, arguing the information was inadequate and poorly presented.
6. Hulser’s Downplaying Allegations
• During investigations, Hulser described allegations against the Clintons as “de minimis,” despite evidence indicating substantial financial transactions that could involve bribery.
• This drew attention to potential misconduct and misrepresentation of facts regarding the investigation's merits.
7. Interference from Higher Authority
• Following Hulser’s refusal, the investigations faced significant interference from the Obama Administration's DOJ and FBI.
• Documents indicate that FBI agents were prohibited from pursuing various lines of inquiry related to the Clinton Foundation.
8. Aftermath and New Investigations
• After Trump’s victory in 2016, the Little Rock office of the FBI reopened the investigation due in part to concerns over how it was initially shut down.
• Questions about why the original cases were closed arose during subsequent inquiries by U. S. Attorney Cody Hiland.
9. Hulser’s Dismissive Attitude
• In conversations with U. S. Attorney Hiland, Hulser reportedly dismissed the importance of the Clinton Foundation investigation and withheld critical documentation from him.
• This has raised questions about the integrity of Hulser’s role within the context of the investigations.
10. Controversy Surrounding His Departure
• Hulser was fired under the Trump administration and subsequently portrayed as a dedicated career prosecutor despite the issues raised about his history with the Clintons.
• His termination has been linked to a broader effort to address perceived deep state operations within the government.
The investigation into Ray Hulser's conduct during the Clinton Foundation inquiries reveals significant issues related to bias and interference by higher authorities. As investigations into Trump continue, Hulser’s involvement raises serious questions regarding the integrity of the DOJ and its officials. The ongoing inquiry by Rep. Jim Jordan and the House Judiciary Committee could further illuminate the challenges and potential misconduct in previous administrations’ handling of these cases.
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