Overview

• House Judiciary Committee schedules a contempt vote for May 16, escalating tensions with the DOJ.
• Garland resisted subpoenas demanding unredacted audio from Biden’s interviews, citing legal precedents and political concerns.
• DOJ provided transcripts but withheld audio, arguing it serves no legitimate oversight purpose.
• Republicans claim audio is crucial for assessing Biden's mental acuity and handling of classified documents.
• If passed, Garland would be one of the few Cabinet members historically held in contempt by Congress.