DOJ’s Civil Rights Division Investigates Cassidy Hutchinson, Who Testified Against Trump

New York Times
by Alan Feuer and Michael S. Schmidt
April 7, 2026
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The DOJ's Civil Rights Division is investigating Cassidy Hutchinson, who testified against President Trump.

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The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division is investigating Cassidy Hutchinson, who previously testified against President Trump. This investigation involves accusations that Hutchinson lied to Congress, a highly unusual case for the Civil Rights Division to handle. Normally, this division focuses on civil rights abuses rather than alleged perjury before legislative bodies. The move suggests a significant shift in how the Justice Department is approaching cases related to testimony against the current administration. This development could have implications for individuals who have provided testimony critical of President Trump.

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The DOJ's Civil Rights Division is investigating Cassidy Hutchinson for accusations of lying to Congress.

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