House Republicans Threaten Inherent Contempt Action Against AG Garland

GOP lawmakers escalate efforts to obtain Biden interview tapes, citing legislative authority and accountability

House Republicans demand Attorney General Merrick Garland comply with a subpoena for President Biden's interview tapes.
The Justice Department declined to prosecute Garland after a criminal contempt vote by the House.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna leads the push for inherent contempt, which could result in Garland's detention.
Speaker Mike Johnson supports using all available tools to enforce the subpoena, including a potential lawsuit.
The last use of inherent contempt by Congress was in 1934, highlighting the rarity of this measure.