Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) finds himself in hot water as U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, Jeanine Pirro, hinted at a serious investigation into his conduct during a recent appearance on conservative commentator Benny Johnson’s podcast. The former Fox News host, appointed by President Donald Trump, suggested that her office is probing allegations that Schiff leaked classified information related to Russia—a matter she described as being firmly within her “wheelhouse.”
In the interview, Pirro stated, “Benny, I think you know that this is my wheelhouse. The difference between me and some others is that I don’t talk about what I’m investigating. When I have the evidence and enough to go forward, you will hear from me loud and clear.” Her cryptic remarks signaled a no-nonsense approach, though she refrained from disclosing specific details about the ongoing probe.
The investigation reportedly centers on Schiff’s alleged involvement in leaking classified information during the height of the so-called Russiagate scandal, which examined ties between Russia and Trump’s 2016 campaign. Adding fuel to the fire, a whistleblower—a career intelligence officer and former Democratic staffer on the House Intelligence Committee—has come forward, claiming Schiff authorized the release of sensitive information to undermine Trump during his first term. The whistleblower allegedly alerted the FBI in 2017, but the Justice Department, under its previous leadership, did not pursue the matter. Now, with Kash Patel leading the FBI, the allegations are being revisited, sparking renewed debate about Schiff’s tenure on the House Intelligence Committee.
This is not the only legal trouble looming for Schiff. Fox News recently reported that the senator is also under investigation for alleged mortgage fraud. Sources within the Trump administration claim Schiff falsified documents to secure a favorable loan—a charge notably similar to those brought against Trump by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who herself faces scrutiny for comparable allegations. The Federal Housing Finance Agency has raised concerns about such practices, warning they could undermine the integrity of the mortgage system.
President Trump has long been a vocal critic of Schiff, accusing him of misconduct during the Russiagate investigations and beyond. Recently, Trump intensified his rhetoric, insisting it is time for Schiff to face consequences for his actions. The appointment of Pirro, a staunch Trump ally, as U.S. Attorney—along with Patel’s leadership at the FBI—signals a broader push within the Trump administration to hold political adversaries accountable.
Schiff, for his part, has not publicly responded to Pirro’s comments or the specific allegations. However, he has previously clashed with her, notably criticizing her nomination to the U.S. Attorney position during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Schiff cited her history of promoting election-related conspiracy theories on Fox News, which led to a $787 million settlement in the Dominion Voting Systems lawsuit, calling her “unfit” for the role.
As the investigations unfold, the political spotlight on Schiff grows brighter, raising questions about his future in the Senate and the broader implications for accountability in Washington. With Pirro’s reputation for tenacity and Patel’s focus on revisiting past controversies, Schiff may face significant challenges in the months ahead. For now, the public awaits further developments as Pirro’s office compiles evidence in what could become a defining moment in this high-stakes political drama.
