Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 8, 2022
I think they're absolutely right to make the referral to Justice Department, because there is public reporting and the Archives may know more than this that the President was repeatedly warned that that he couldn't destroy these documents, that he would be violating the law if he did so, and so it looks very willful.
Said by
Adam Schiff
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Adam Schiff discusses the referral to the Justice Department regarding the destruction of documents by the President.

Share

More from Adam Schiff

Aug 15, 2026

As small businesses face a growing threat of cyberattacks and phishing schemes, we must give them the tools they need to stop hacks and lower their risk.

young.senate.gov
Aug 21, 2026

If county officials proceed with this misguided plan, we request that you provide the maximum oversight possible to ensure that Ms. Peters does not improperly access ballots, voting systems, or sensitive information.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 14, 2026

This should be seen as a partisan measure to insulate the president and his corrupt activities from congressional subpoenas when the majority flips.

npr.org
Jun 21, 2026

“Providing federal funding for election administration would give state and local election offices additional resources to administer elections and respond to election security threats.

padilla.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation