In a blatant display of obstruction and disregard for transparency, the Biden-led Justice Department has outright refused to comply with a subpoena demanding the release of audio recordings from an interview conducted by former Special Counsel Robert Hur with President Joe Biden. This refusal was directed at House Republicans, showcasing yet another example of the administration’s attempt to hide their actions from public scrutiny.
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer, R-Ky., alongside House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, have valiantly stood up against this injustice, threatening Attorney General Merrick Garland with contempt of Congress charges. Their steadfast determination highlights the ongoing battle for accountability and truth within our government.
The deadline imposed by these courageous House members for Garland to surrender the recordings was Monday, April 8. Yet, in a typical maneuver to shield Biden’s questionable handling of classified documents—an investigation spearheaded by Robert Hur at Garland’s behest—the Justice Department has chosen secrecy over transparency.
This defiance by the Justice Department is not just an affront to House Republicans but to all Americans who demand openness from their leaders. The subpoenaed audio recordings are pivotal to understanding the extent of Biden’s mismanagement and potential misconduct.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland Now in Danger of ‘Contempt of Congress’
Attorney General Merrick Garland faces a deadline of TODAY to turn over recordings of President Joe Biden’s special counsel interview with Robert Hur or risk Contempt of Congress charges.… pic.twitter.com/uc5HTngOHN
— Kyle Becker (@kylenabecker) April 8, 2024
Following this egregious act of defiance, Comer and Jordan issued a joint statement expressing their rightful indignation and resolve. They rightly argue that withholding these recordings is a direct hindrance to their constitutional oversight responsibilities—a sentiment echoed across our nation.
Their statement poignantly reminds us: “The American people deserve transparency and accountability from their government,” highlighting how “The Justice Department’s refusal to turn over these recordings is a clear attempt to obstruct our legitimate oversight efforts. We will not tolerate this obstruction, and we are prepared to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt of Congress if necessary.”
AG Merrick Garland must produce full audio recordings of Special Counsel Robert Hur’s interview with Biden https://t.co/6RbPesUBj6 pic.twitter.com/HoXMiDjUOA
— Daily Mail US (@DailyMail) April 8, 2024
In an attempt to justify its indefensible stance, the Justice Department claims that releasing these crucial recordings would somehow compromise their active investigation. A spokesperson had the audacity to claim they are committed to working with Congress while simultaneously blocking essential evidence from them—evidence that could potentially expose further malfeasance within the Biden administration.
This ongoing clash between an obdurate Justice Department and vigilant House Republicans underscores a broader series of tensions between an administration hell-bent on evading scrutiny and congressional representatives striving tirelessly for accountability. The outcome remains uncertain but rest assured, patriots across the nation stand ready to support Comer, Jordan, and all those fighting against this administration’s relentless attempts at obfuscation.
Source: Liberty One News
Don’t keep threating…………..JUST DO IT!!!!!!!