DOJ Blocks Release of Biden-Hur Interview Tapes

Department of Justice cites privacy concerns and potential witness interference in denying FOIA requests for audio recordings.

Multiple groups, including Judicial Watch and a CNN-led media coalition, have filed a lawsuit to obtain the tapes.
The DOJ argues that releasing the audio would cause privacy harms without significant public benefit.
Attorney General Merrick Garland has resisted calls to release the tapes, citing executive privilege.
The House has held Garland in contempt and attempted to fine him for withholding the tapes.
Former special counsel Robert Hur decided not to prosecute Biden, citing the President's memory issues.