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Can the Jan. 6 Committee Subpoena Lawmakers? It’s Complicated
For months, the congressional committee investigating last year’s Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol has sought information on the role members of Congress played in trying to undermine the 2020 presidential election. Several Republican lawmakers admitted they were in contact with President Donald Trump during the riot or in the days leading up to…
Ex-aides told to defy subpoena…
The letter stated the committee is seeking materials that are covered by executive privilege, as well as other privileges. “President Trump is prepared to defend these fundamental privileges in court," the letter said.Then the letter directed its recipient to hold back any documents about his White House work and to refuse to testify about his…