In today’s climate of political upheaval, it seems the old adage of “justice is blind” is getting a curious makeover. Apparently, justice might be a little more nearsighted than previously believed, depending on which side of the aisle one finds themselves. What’s been bubbling up in the halls of power? It’s all about how the Department of Justice has been wielding its substantial influence, and some folks are starting to ask if there’s a little more political spice in the mix than what should be there.

Jim Jordan and his pals on the House Judiciary Committee have been knee-deep in a review that’s raising more than a few eyebrows. One can imagine them as the detectives in a political noir, piecing together a story that could be straight out of a best-selling thriller. What’s the plot twist? Allegations that the Justice Department’s actions might just have been soaked in politics when it decided to launch itself into a full raid of former President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence. They didn’t bother sending a friendly note to his lawyers either!

Now, while investigating, some interesting nuggets of information have floated to the surface like marshmallows in hot cocoa. Among these is a claim that when Jack Smith, who spent a lengthy seven hours testifying, got into the spotlight, the details of his narrative didn’t quite match up with the idea of impartial justice being served. And let’s be real, who spends seven hours saying ‘no politics here!’ without making folks just a tad suspicious?

Then there’s this curious business about phone records. Just when Kevin McCarthy found himself comfortably seated as House Speaker, a little birdie over at AT&T got an unusual request. Someone thought it a grand idea to peep into McCarthy’s call logs and unearth two months’ worth of telephonic history. This particular peeksie came with the stipulation that the House Speaker shouldn’t be informed. One might say it’s all a bit cloak and dagger, with just a tad too much cloak for comfort. If such snooping had awards, the Oscars would have to make space for political thrillers.

And let’s not forget the favorites of this hemispheric soap opera—Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden. Somehow, their documented shenanigans regarding classified material seem to have slipped through the legal cracks. Meanwhile, others facing similar accusations have found themselves dealing with visits that don’t involve flowers and polite conversation. It’s like a rerun where some stars appear immune to the usual plot twists reserved for everyone else.

So, one has to wonder, is justice playing fair, or is there a different rulebook for the chosen few? It’s a question worth pondering as America watches the drama unfold with all the suspense of a good WHODUNIT. As the tapes keep rolling, and testimonies come thick and fast, staying informed is crucial. After all, in the world of politics, it’s always wise to expect the unexpected and possibly, a touch of drama.