The call between Trump and Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky convinced Democrats to launch an impeachment inquiry. Now comes the obstruction. Last Friday, three House committee chairs wrote Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to inform him that, as part of the impeachment inquiry, the committees would be deposing five State Department officials between October 2 and October 10. These officials are believed to have knowledge about Trump's effort to pressure the Ukranian government to investigate one of his political rivals, Joe Biden. The list includes State Department Counselor T. Ulrich Brechbuhll, who listened in on the call between Trump and Zelensky, and Special Representative for Ukraine Kurt Volker, who was texting with Trump's personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, about the effort.
Inherent contempt - I was wondering what power Congress had in these situations of individuals ignoring their summons. I hope they use it; probably need it only once.
Regular joes rob a candy store and spend years in jail. These guys commit crimes undermining our democracy and hide behind lawyers. This is disparate and must stop.
So far the Trump Adm. wiggle, lie and squirm posturing has worked thru Mueller. I fear it is going to work now. We need more ballsy Democrats on these committees. Strike out, arrest a few of these people for contempt and hope the MSM covers them being put in cuffs.
I have nothing but contempt for the Republican Senate. Mitch McConnell is the devil incarnate. Can we do something about him?
Charge Giuliani with inherent contempt, and Lock Him Up!
Good to know there's a function (inherent contempt) that matches exactly what I feel for this administration.
Inherent contempt - I was wondering what power Congress had in these situations of individuals ignoring their summons. I hope they use it; probably need it only once.
Regular joes rob a candy store and spend years in jail. These guys commit crimes undermining our democracy and hide behind lawyers. This is disparate and must stop.
Corrupt, evil bastards. Every last one of them
The House needs to use all the power it has available and use it fast. This jackassery has lasted far too long as it is.
So far the Trump Adm. wiggle, lie and squirm posturing has worked thru Mueller. I fear it is going to work now. We need more ballsy Democrats on these committees. Strike out, arrest a few of these people for contempt and hope the MSM covers them being put in cuffs.
I have nothing but contempt for the Republican Senate. Mitch McConnell is the devil incarnate. Can we do something about him?
The interesting thing to me is could this be the end of FOX NEWS & the Murdoch's they if anyone are running this show
It would be interesting to watch the passing parade of Hannity the Murdoch's ect plus the trained seals in the Republican party get hauled up & JAILED
Things could get very interesting is the Democrats grow a spine
Judd, perhaps you mean October 11, not August 11? Thanks for your work.