Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Chair of the House Republican Conference, has strongly criticized what she calls the "weaponization" of the Department of Justice (DOJ). Her remarks come as two IRS whistleblowers are set to testify before Congress regarding alleged DOJ interference in the Hunter Biden investigation, coinciding with Special Counsel Jack Smith's focus on former President Donald Trump.

Stefanik confirmed she had spoken with Trump, emphasizing their regular communication. She views the timing of these events as no coincidence, suggesting a politically motivated attack against Biden's primary political rival. She expressed concern over the DOJ's actions, particularly in light of the upcoming testimony concerning the Hunter Biden probe. Stefanik highlighted the importance of Congressional oversight in addressing potential politicization within federal agencies and called for greater press attention on the matter.

House Republican Conference Chair Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) speaks to reporters. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Stefanik's condemnation of the DOJ's actions underscores the escalating tensions between the Biden administration and House Republicans. She believes the alleged interference in the Hunter Biden investigation and the focus on Trump demonstrate a concerning pattern of political bias within the justice system. She specifically pointed to the flow of foreign funds to the Biden family through various LLCs during Joe Biden's vice presidency as an area requiring further scrutiny.

IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler testify before Congress. (Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

The hearing featuring IRS whistleblowers Greg Shapley and Joseph Ziegler (formerly known as "Whistleblower X") aims to shed light on allegations of delayed investigative steps in the Hunter Biden case, particularly before the 2020 election. This marks the first public testimony from these IRS agents involved in the case against President Biden's son, which centers around tax and gun charges.

Former President Donald Trump at a Turning Point Action conference. (Eva Marie Uzcategui/Bloomberg via Getty Images)