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Clinton Subpoena Breaks New Ground in Epstein Inquiry
politics21 days ago

Clinton Subpoena Breaks New Ground in Epstein Inquiry

House Oversight Chair James Comer won a lengthy fight to compel Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify under subpoena in the Epstein investigation, the first time a former president has been required to testify to Congress. The move is hailed by supporters as a bold oversight power but criticized as potentially undermining democratic norms and weaponizing investigations; Democrats warn it could lay groundwork for future probes, including of Donald Trump, illustrating a partisan shift in how congressional inquiries are conducted.

politics1 month ago

Judge questions DHS bid to unmask anonymous ICE-raid alerts account

Federal Magistrate Judge Peter Kang expressed skepticism about the government’s attempt to unmask the anonymous Montco Community Watch Instagram account that posts alerts about ICE sightings in Montgomery County, PA, questioning why DHS didn’t pursue a warrant through DOJ or a U.S. attorney; the ruling could affect protections for activist groups documenting ICE activity.

politics1 month ago

Clinton Defies Epstein Subpoena as Contempt Vote Looms

Hillary Clinton defied a congressional subpoena and did not appear for a deposition in the Epstein inquiry, prompting the House Oversight Committee to plan a contempt vote for both Clintons next week; Maxwell’s deposition is expected but likely to invoke the Fifth Amendment, while Republicans also contend with broader floor fights on Venezuela war powers and funding measures.

Clintons decline House Epstein subpoena, sparking confrontation
politics1 month ago

Clintons decline House Epstein subpoena, sparking confrontation

Bill and Hillary Clinton refuse to testify under a House subpoena tied to the Epstein investigation, arguing the subpoenas are invalid and politically motivated. Bill Clinton does not appear as threatened contempt proceedings loom, while Democrats say cooperation is important and Republicans press forward as the panel widens its probing and Epstein-file disclosures continue.

Pirro Targets Powell in High-Stakes Fed Probe
politics1 month ago

Pirro Targets Powell in High-Stakes Fed Probe

Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, subpoenaed the Federal Reserve and shows no plans to back down from a probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, even as GOP lawmakers and President Trump voice skepticism. The inquiry centers on Powell’s congressional testimony about renovations to the Fed’s headquarters and cost overruns, and Pirro says her office had contacted the Fed repeatedly before pursuing legal avenues. The developments prompted a mixed market response and raised questions about Fed independence amid political pressure.

Clintons Defy Capitol Testimony in Epstein Probe, Court Fight Looms
politics1 month ago

Clintons Defy Capitol Testimony in Epstein Probe, Court Fight Looms

Bill and Hillary Clinton refused to testify in the House Epstein probe, calling subpoenas invalid and signaling a lengthy legal battle with Rep. James Comer. Comer has threatened to hold them in contempt if they don’t appear for live deposition, while the Clintons have provided sworn statements and argued the inquiry is politically motivated and outside the proper legislative scope. The clash could lead to a House vote and possible Justice Department action if contempt is enforced, as both sides prepare for a protracted confrontation over congressional powers and executive accountability.

House Republicans Subpoena Jack Smith for Closed-Door Trump Prosecution Testimony
politics2 months ago

House Republicans Subpoena Jack Smith for Closed-Door Trump Prosecution Testimony

The House Judiciary Committee has subpoenaed former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith for a closed-door deposition on December 17 to discuss his investigations into Donald Trump, despite Smith's offer to testify publicly. The committee seeks records and testimony related to Smith's work on Trump-related cases, which were abandoned after Trump's re-election, amid ongoing political scrutiny and investigations into the Capitol riot and classified documents.

law-and-policy3 months ago

States and Hospitals Fight Back Against DOJ Efforts to Access Transgender Youth Medical Records

A judge quashed a DOJ subpoena targeting QueerDoc, an online provider of information and referrals for gender-affirming care, citing concerns that the government’s actions aimed to eliminate such care under the guise of investigation, reflecting broader political and legal conflicts over transgender health services for minors.