Maria Bartiromo Plays The Clip That ENDS Adam Schiff’s Career
Washington, D.C. — For years, California Senator Adam Schiff has been at the center of some of the most contentious political battles in modern American history. From his leading role in the Trump-Russia investigation to the high-profile impeachment proceedings, Schiff has been both lionized and vilified in equal measure. But in recent weeks, the pressure on Schiff has reached a fever pitch, as a series of scandals and newly declassified documents threaten to unravel his reputation and, some say, his career.
The tipping point came when Fox News host Maria Bartiromo aired a previously overlooked clip of former Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe—an exchange that, in hindsight, seems to have predicted the storm now engulfing Schiff. But as new whistleblower allegations and grand jury deliberations come to light, the question is no longer whether Schiff will weather the storm, but whether he will survive it at all.
A History of Controversy
Adam Schiff has long been a lightning rod for controversy. As the former chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, he was the Democrats’ point man during the Trump-Russia investigation, and later, the first impeachment of President Donald Trump. Schiff’s frequent television appearances, where he insisted there was “collusion in plain sight,” made him a household name—and a prime target for Trump supporters.
But Schiff’s critics have argued for years that he overstated evidence, misled the public, and used his position for political gain. New revelations suggest those criticisms may have been more than just partisan attacks.
The Bartiromo Bombshell
On her Sunday Morning Futures program, Maria Bartiromo rolled out an old clip of John Ratcliffe, who warned that Democrats had made a strategic error by staking their credibility on Adam Schiff. Ratcliffe pointed out that Schiff was not merely a passive investigator, but an active participant in the events that led to the Russia probe—allegedly meeting with the whistleblower who sparked the impeachment inquiry.
Ratcliffe’s warning, once dismissed as partisan rhetoric, now seems prescient in light of recent developments. As Bartiromo noted, “Adam Schiff can’t seem to catch a break. Over the past several weeks, the California senator has been hit with one scandal after another.”
Whistleblower Allegations and Declassified Documents
The most explosive allegations come from a former Democratic staffer who claims to have witnessed Schiff orchestrating the leaking of classified information. According to FBI interviews conducted in 2017 and again in 2023, Schiff allegedly convened an all-staff meeting where it was stated that the group would leak derogatory information about Trump to the press, with the goal of using it to indict the president.
The whistleblower, Ashley Davis, expressed concerns that such leaks would be illegal, unethical, and possibly treasonous. But, according to Davis, those concerns were brushed aside—staffers were told they would not be caught.
Davis further claims that Schiff’s actions were motivated by personal ambition. Believing he would be appointed CIA Director in a Hillary Clinton administration, Schiff allegedly sought to drive the Russia issue into a joint congressional inquiry, similar to the 9/11 Commission. When Trump won the presidency, those ambitions were dashed, but the campaign to undermine Trump continued.
Perhaps most damning is the claim that highly sensitive documents viewed by Schiff and a small group of staffers were leaked to the media within 24 hours, almost verbatim. Schiff has denied the allegations, calling them “baseless smears” from a “disgruntled former staffer who was fired by the House Intelligence Committee for cause in early 2017.”
The Inspector General’s Report
Adding fuel to the fire, a recently declassified Inspector General report contradicts several of Schiff’s public statements during the Trump-Russia investigation. Schiff repeatedly told the American people there was no abuse of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) by the FBI, that the Bureau did not fail to turn over exculpatory information, and that the Steele dossier was not central to the FISA applications against Trump campaign adviser Carter Page.
Each of those claims, according to the report, was false.
The Cost of a “Hoax”
The political and financial costs of the Russia investigation were enormous. Five major investigations, costing taxpayers tens of millions of dollars, failed to produce evidence of a criminal conspiracy between the Trump campaign and Russia. Instead, the country was engulfed in years of political chaos, with real issues pushed to the background.
As Maria Bartiromo and her guests noted, the cloud of suspicion cast over the Trump administration made it difficult for the president to govern. “Every time he went anywhere, he had to say, ‘I did not collude,’” one guest observed. “It put his administration in jeopardy because so many people weren’t sure if he did something wrong and they didn’t want to join the administration.”
The damage, they argue, was not limited to domestic politics. America’s standing on the world stage suffered, as allies and adversaries alike questioned the legitimacy of the president.
Calls for Accountability
With new evidence coming to light—including emails obtained from the National Archives—calls for accountability are growing louder. House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer emphasized the need for consequences: “He was the chairman of the intelligence committee at one point. Now he’s a senator. There’s been no accountability. Why should we expect any accountability anywhere?”
Comer and others argue that if Schiff and other officials—such as former FBI Director James Comey and former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper—are not held accountable, it will erode public trust in government. “When people in high places can bend the rules without punishment, the whole system loses credibility,” Comer said.
Reports of a Preemptive Pardon
In a twist that has only fueled speculation, reports have surfaced that President Joe Biden issued a preemptive pardon to Schiff just hours before leaving office, covering any offense tied to the activities or subject matter of the January 6 committee. While the details remain murky, critics argue that such a move would undermine efforts at transparency and accountability.
The End of the Road?
As grand jury deliberations reportedly take place, and the Department of Justice reviews the evidence, Schiff’s political future hangs in the balance. For years, he has deflected criticism, insisting that his actions were justified by the seriousness of the allegations against Trump. But as the evidence mounts, even some of Schiff’s allies are beginning to question whether he went too far.
Maria Bartiromo summed up the stakes: “This shouldn’t be treated as a Republican win. It’s a win for every American who still believes the truth matters. The goal here isn’t to settle all scores. It’s to make sure no one, no matter how powerful, is above the law.”
A Nation Divided
The saga of Adam Schiff is, in many ways, a microcosm of the broader divisions that have plagued American politics in recent years. Partisans on both sides have weaponized information, undermined institutions, and fueled distrust. As the country grapples with the fallout from the Russia investigation and the impeachment saga, the need for transparency and accountability has never been greater.
Whether or not Schiff is ultimately held accountable, the damage done to the nation’s political discourse is undeniable. Years of investigations, leaks, and partisan warfare have left the country more divided than ever.
The Final Word
The revelations aired by Maria Bartiromo may well mark the end of Adam Schiff’s career. But they also serve as a warning to all public officials: the truth will eventually come out. And when it does, those who have abused their power must be held to account.
As the investigations continue, Americans of all political stripes should demand answers—not out of vengeance, but out of a commitment to the principles that have always defined the republic. No one is above the law, and no one should be allowed to twist the truth for personal or political gain.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and remember: keep thinking, keep questioning, and never stop demanding the truth.