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politics2 years ago

Jill Biden Condemns GOP Treatment of Hunter Biden as 'Cruel'

First lady Jill Biden criticized congressional Republicans for being "cruel" to her stepson Hunter Biden, citing their treatment of him during investigations into his alleged criminal activity. Hunter Biden made a surprise appearance at a House Oversight Committee hearing before exiting as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene began speaking. The investigation focuses on Hunter's overseas business dealings and alleged influence-peddling schemes. House panels have voted to advance contempt charges against Hunter, and the full House is expected to vote on referring the charge to the Justice Department.

via New York Post |
#congressional-investigations#contempt-charges#hunter-biden
politics2 years ago

"Contempt Charges Sought for Swalwell's Alleged Aid to Hunter Biden"

GOP lawmaker Andy Biggs is calling for Rep. Eric Swalwell to face contempt charges for allegedly aiding Hunter Biden in avoiding a deposition before the House Oversight Committee. Swalwell had reserved a spot for Hunter Biden outside the Senate side of the U.S. Capitol, where he made a brief statement to the press before skipping the deposition. Biggs argues that if Hunter Biden is held in contempt, Attorney General Merrick Garland should also charge him. House Republicans are investigating whether President Biden committed impeachable offenses, and they wanted to question Hunter Biden about his involvement with foreign businesses.

via Fox News|
#andy-biggs#contempt-charges#eric-swalwell
legal2 years ago

Judge Denies Navarro's Executive Privilege Claim, Clearing Path for Contempt Trial

A federal judge has rejected former White House adviser Peter Navarro's claim of executive privilege, clearing the way for his trial on criminal contempt charges for ignoring subpoenas from the House Jan. 6 committee. Navarro had argued that former President Donald Trump had invoked executive privilege, but the judge found no evidence to support this claim. The judge emphasized that executive privilege is an extraordinary assertion of power and must be made by the president or an authorized representative after personal consideration. Navarro's trial is set to begin next week.

via NBC News|
#contempt-charges#executive-privilege#jan-6-committee