Washington - US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy, a Republican from California, expressed criticism regarding the federal indictment of former US President Donald Trump, suggesting that it has the potential to disrupt the nation. McCarthy argued that the indictment violates the principle of equal justice under the law.

During an interview with Fox News earlier this week, McCarthy stated that public officials, including President Joe Biden, possessed documents they should not have, yet they are not facing charges like Trump. He claimed that the situation undermines the concept of equal justice for all and declared that such a state of affairs will not be tolerated.

Trump has been charged with 37 counts for his actions, including charges of willful retention of national defense information, hatching a conspiracy to obstruct justice, and a scheme to conceal and make false statements. These charges are expected to significantly damage his image among a section of Republican voters.

Trump and his allies have strongly criticized the investigation, labeling it politically motivated. Trump has consistently maintained his innocence and highlighted the discovery of documents at Biden's home and office, which were later turned over to the FBI.

A special counsel is currently conducting a probe into the documents found in Biden's offices and residences. McCarthy disclosed that he discussed the issue with fellow Republican party members, Jim Jordan and James Comer, who serve as House Judiciary Committee Chairman and House Oversight Committee Chairman, respectively. They are exploring avenues to ensure equal justice, according to McCarthy.

Additionally, McCarthy highlighted a testimony by Steven D'Antuono, a former assistant director in charge of the FBI's Washington, D.C., field office, who stated before the Judiciary Committee that the surprise search of Mar-a-Lago conducted by the FBI in August was improperly executed.

McCarthy emphasized that there are certain aspects of the investigation that raise concerns and suggest an incorrect judgment by the Department of Justice. He argued that President Trump was treated differently than others and asserted that such disparate treatment was unnecessary.