Republican lawmakers Chip Roy and Andy Biggs have demanded the FBI investigate the Biden administration’s alleged cover-up of five aborted infants discovered by pro-life activists outside a Washington D.C. abortion clinic in 2022, raising serious concerns about violations of federal abortion laws.
Key Insights
- Republican congressmen are urging FBI Director Kash Patel to investigate the deaths of five aborted infants found outside a Washington D.C. abortion clinic in 2022, which they claim the Biden administration failed to properly investigate.
- The lawmakers suspect the infants may have been victims of illegal partial-birth abortions, violating the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act of 2003 and the Born-Alive Infants Protection Act of 2002.
- Roy and Biggs claim the Biden administration targeted the pro-life activists who found the remains rather than investigating the potential federal crimes committed by the abortion provider.
- The congressmen have requested a review of evidence by April 29 and a briefing from the FBI on their findings.
The Discovery and Initial Response
In March 2022, pro-life activists discovered the remains of five aborted infants outside the Washington Surgi-Clinic in Washington, D.C. The discovery came shortly before the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, igniting controversy over the enforcement of federal abortion laws. Instead of investigating the circumstances surrounding these deaths, Representatives Roy and Biggs allege that the Biden administration chose to target the activists who made the discovery, raising questions about the administration’s commitment to enforcing existing abortion laws.
The remains, referred to as the “D.C. Five,” have become a focal point for pro-life advocates who claim they show evidence of illegal abortion practices being conducted at the clinic. Despite the discovery and potential legal violations, the lawmakers assert that no thorough investigation was conducted by federal authorities or by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s administration, which has further fueled concerns about accountability.
Allegations of Illegal Abortion Practices
At the center of the controversy is Washington Surgi-Clinic abortionist Cesare Santangelo, who pro-life activists claim has committed illegal acts including allowing babies born alive during abortions to die in violation of federal law. The congressmen assert that physical evidence from the discovered remains indicates the use of partial-birth abortion techniques, which have been banned under federal law since 2003. They argue that the condition of the remains warrants a full forensic investigation to determine whether federal crimes were committed.
“Serious questions remain surrounding the deaths of these children.” – Reps. Chip Roy of Texas and Andy Biggs of Arizona
The letter to FBI Director Patel emphasizes that the evidence suggests the babies were killed “within miles of our U.S. Capitol building,” highlighting the proximity of these alleged federal crimes to the seat of government. Roy and Biggs, who chair relevant congressional subcommittees, maintain that the lack of investigation represents a failure of the Justice Department’s duty to enforce federal law and protect human life.
Push for FBI Investigation Under New Leadership
The congressmen’s call for an investigation comes as Kash Patel, a Trump appointee, has taken leadership at the FBI. They express confidence that under new leadership, the FBI will take the case seriously and conduct a thorough review of the evidence. Their letter specifically requests that the FBI examine why no investigation was initially conducted and evaluate whether illegal partial-birth abortions or infanticide occurred, as suggested by the condition of the remains discovered.
“I am confident the current leadership at the DOJ and FBI will take action to defend life in our nation’s capital and to ensure that these five babies receive justice.” – Roy
The lawmakers have also criticized what they describe as the Biden administration’s selective enforcement of laws, particularly pointing to the use of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act to target pro-life advocates while allegedly ignoring potential violations by abortion providers. Roy has previously requested that the Biden Department of Justice preserve evidence related to the D.C. Five but received no response, further fueling concerns about a potential cover-up.
Broader Implications for Abortion Law Enforcement
The case highlights ongoing tensions regarding the enforcement of federal abortion restrictions. Pro-life advocates hope the investigation will expose what they view as abuses within the abortion industry and support efforts to strengthen or enforce laws protecting unborn children. The congressmen’s letter specifically mentions concerns about the lack of enforcement of both the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act of 2003 and the Born-Alive Infants Protection Act of 2002, suggesting a pattern of selective enforcement under the Biden administration.
“Under the Biden Administration and the tenure of former Director Christopher Wray, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) departed from its core public safety mission, suffered from senior leadership failures, and refused any real transparency or accountability for its actions.” – Roy
The lawmakers have requested a response from the FBI by April 29, including a briefing on their findings and intentions regarding further investigation. The outcome of this request could have significant implications for enforcement of federal abortion laws and accountability within the abortion industry, particularly as the nation continues to navigate the post-Roe legal landscape.
Sources:
- EXCLUSIVE: FBI Must Investigate Biden Coverup Of Aborted Babies Found In DC, Lawmakers Say
- Lawmakers Urge Kash Patel to Investigate 5 Deaths Covered Up by the Biden Administration: Report
