House Judiciary Chairman RepJerryNadler says “we have no choice” but to move forward with a vote today to hold Attorney General William Barr in contempt of Congress. Pres. Trump “wants to make himself a king, and Congress cannot permit that,” Nadler says
Barr would be the first Trump administration official held in contempt by the Democratic-led House, which has repeatedly clashed with the White House over its investigations into Trump, his administration and his businesses.
Nadler didn't say much when pressed by reporters Tuesday on the prospect of holding Barr in contempt, declining to answer questions after his staff met with Justice Department officials on Capitol Hill. "Still scheduled," Nadler said Tuesday when asked if he would move forward with contempt.
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