House Judiciary Committee Subpoenas Former DOJ Official
Former Justice Department official, who recently left the department, has been subpoenaed by the House Judiciary Committee to testify in the Hunter Biden probe.
Refusal to Answer Questions
The former official, who appeared for a voluntary transcribed interview last week, refused to answer most questions posed by the committee.
Allegations of Political Influence
IRS whistleblowers have alleged political influence in the federal investigation into Hunter Biden, claiming that the former official sought to block questions related to President Biden.
Denial of Political Motivation
The former official testified that politics did not play a role in her work as a federal prosecutor, and that decisions were made based on principles of justice and fairness.
Constraints on Testimony
The former official explained that due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, she was legally obligated to remain silent on specific allegations and details.
Optics and Search Warrant
Claims have been made that the former official considered “optics” when deciding whether to execute a search warrant on Hunter Biden’s residence, raising questions about potential political motivations.
Investigation into Biden Family
The House impeachment inquiry against President Biden includes an investigation into the alleged politicization of the federal probe into Hunter Biden and the Biden family’s foreign business dealings.
Hunter Biden’s Defiance of Subpoena
Hunter Biden, who was also subpoenaed, defied his subpoena to appear for a deposition, prompting threats of contempt of Congress.
Charges Against Hunter Biden
Special Counsel David Weiss has filed charges against Hunter Biden for tax evasion and federal gun charges, leading to a plea of not guilty and ongoing legal proceedings.
