Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, this rule provides for consideration of yet another Contempt of Congress resolution that has no purpose other than to punish. If the January 6th Select Committee wanted to actually compel production of the documents and records they subpoenaed, they would instead be suing for civil enforcement. But that takes time, and there are only eight months left before these subpoenas expire. Congressional Committees may conduct investigations in pursuit of a legislative purpose. I ask: What legislative purpose would be served by referring Peter Navarro and Daniel Scavino for criminal Contempt of Congress rather than suing for civil enforcement? Additionally, the question of executive privilege is not legally settled. President Biden has stated he would not grant executive privilege regarding Mr. Scavino's testimony, but the Presidential Records Act governs presidential records, not the testimony of aides to former presidents. The committee also demanded ridiculous compliance timelines in requests to Mr. Scavino, further indicating a lack of willingness to undertake a legitimate and thorough investigation. As we get closer to the end of the year, will the Select Committee go straight to recommending Contempt of Congress for every subpoenaed individual that requests accommodations or an extended timeline? I urge a no vote on this misguided resolution. The material previously referred to by Mr.…”