ADVERTISEMENTs
.png)
Rep. Gooden demands preservation of all Adani prosecution records
The Department of Justice’s actions risk damaging critical alliances with key partners like India, one of America’s strongest allies in the Asia-Pacific region, stated Lance Gooden.
Congressman Lance Gooden. / Wikipedia
Congressman Lance Gooden (R-TX), a member of the House Judiciary Committee, has urged the Department of Justice (DOJ) to preserve records related to what he described as the "selective prosecution" of the Adani Group, raising concerns about the implications for U.S.-India relations.
In a letter addressed to outgoing Attorney General Merrick Garland, Congressman Gooden reiterated his objections to the DOJ's recent indictment of the Adani Group, an Indian conglomerate, for actions conducted entirely within India, involving Indian citizens and officials, with no evident impact on U.S. interests.
"The Department of Justice’s actions risk damaging critical alliances with key partners like India, one of America’s strongest allies in the Asia-Pacific region," stated Gooden. "Instead of pursuing cases with tenuous jurisdiction and limited relevance to U.S. interests, the DOJ should focus on holding domestic bad actors accountable—starting with those who threaten our electoral process and national security."
DOJ recently indicted Adani Group executives, accusing them of being involved in a long-running bribery scheme involving $250 million paid to Indian officials for favorable solar power contracts.
Gooden called for all records and documents related to the DOJ's decision-making process leading to the indictment to be preserved and produced for review by Jan.28. His letter emphasized that these records would allow the incoming administration to "shine light on this selective prosecution”.
The letter raises significant questions about the DOJ's motivations, with Gooden suggesting that the prosecution may have been politically influenced. He requested the preservation and production of all communications between the DOJ and any representatives associated with the Adani Group and those linked to entities partly owned or controlled by George Soros.
Gooden further cited allegations of a connection between former U.S. Attorney Breon S. Peace, who was involved in the Adani case, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, and Soros, stating, "While George Soros’ alleged involvement in influencing political appointments and bureaucrats has been an ongoing problem for Americans, his ability to influence foreign policy and carry out global personal vendettas using government agencies will be a revelation for the American public."
The letter stressed the importance of U.S.-India relations, warning against jeopardizing decades of diplomatic goodwill. Gooden wrote, "By shunning this deep-rooted history, we also disrespect the contributions of millions of Indian Americans settled throughout the country. Both economies have significantly benefitted from the contributions of Indian Americans and the cordial economic relations between the two superpowers."
Gooden concluded with a direct appeal for accountability, stating, "If there is even the slightest possibility that external considerations influenced the DOJ to pursue targets abroad, you have effectively outsourced our country's foreign policy to entities beyond accountability—whether it be foreign radical political groups, businesses, or billionaires."
This latest communication builds upon a previous letter dated Jan.7, 2025, where Gooden initially raised concerns over the DOJ’s handling of the Adani case. The Congressman has underscored the need for transparency and accountability as the incoming administration prepares to reassess the matter.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
E Paper
ADVERTISEMENT
.jpg)
Video
Comments
Start the conversation
Become a member of New India Abroad to start commenting.
Sign Up Now
Already have an account? Login