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Ex-Cop Michael Fanone Escorted After Confrontation at House Hearing
Confrontation During House Judiciary Committee Hearing
Former Metropolitan Police officer Michael Fanone was involved in a heated confrontation during a House Judiciary Committee hearing concerning former special counsel Jack Smith. The incident occurred during a recess when Ivan Raiklin, a former Army reservist and right-wing activist, called out to Fanone in the crowded hearing room. This provoked an angry response from Fanone, which included profanities.
Near-Physical Altercation Leads to Escort
The verbal clash quickly escalated to the brink of a physical altercation between Fanone and Raiklin. Security personnel swiftly intervened to de-escalate the situation, and Michael Fanone was subsequently escorted out of the hearing room for a brief period. The intense exchange drew significant attention within the packed committee room.
*Source: YouTube: Times of India (2026-03-26)*
