Senator Adam Schiff Faces Backlash After Alleged Nap During Attorney General Confirmation Hearing
Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) is under fire following the release of a leaked video that appears to show him with his head tilted and eyes closed during a critical Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. The hearing, which focused on the confirmation of Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi, saw Schiff engaging in pointed exchanges before the alleged lapse occurred.
The video, widely shared on social media, has sparked bipartisan criticism, with detractors labeling it another misstep for the California senator. Schiff, who has faced heightened scrutiny since his congressional censure last year, now finds himself at the center of fresh controversy.
Fallout and Public Reaction
The leaked footage has added fuel to an already charged political environment. Critics argue that the video highlights a lack of focus and decorum, while others have questioned whether the clip was taken out of context. Schiff’s office has yet to issue a statement addressing the incident.
As Schiff navigates the aftermath of the hearing, the moment underscores the challenges faced by public officials under constant scrutiny. Whether this incident will have lasting consequences remains to be seen, but it has undoubtedly reignited debates surrounding Schiff’s political career and the high stakes of Senate confirmation hearings.
LEAKED VIDEO: Senator Adam Schiff falls asleep LIVE at Pam Bondi hearing in latest humiliation for the state of California
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Avoiding the Bait
At one point, Schiff attempted to draw Bondi into discussing an investigation involving former Representative Liz Cheney. He asked whether Bondi believed there was a “factual basis” for pursuing Cheney, who had been accused of witness tampering during her work on the January 6 Committee.
Bondi refused to engage with the hypothetical scenario. “Senator, no one has asked me to investigate Liz Cheney. My focus will be on real issues affecting Americans today. For example, the crime rate in California is soaring. Robberies in your state are 87% higher than the national average. That’s where my attention will be if confirmed as Attorney General,” she said, redirecting the conversation to highlight concerns over rising crime rates.
