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House Considers Rare 'Inherent Contempt' Vote to Arrest AG Garland

GOP lawmakers push to detain Attorney General Merrick Garland over refusal to release Biden interview tapes, citing need for legislative oversight.

  • Rep. Anna Paulina Luna leads effort to use 'inherent contempt' to compel Garland's compliance.
  • House previously voted to hold Garland in contempt of Congress, but DOJ declined to prosecute.
  • Inherent contempt allows House sergeant-at-arms to detain individuals defying congressional subpoenas.
  • Method has not been used since 1935 and poses significant legal and procedural challenges.
  • Outcome of the vote remains uncertain due to divided support among Republicans and expected Democratic opposition.
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