Contempt of Congress. It sounds bad.
And it usually is. But what does it mean?
Holding someone in contempt of Congress usually stems from them refusing to testify before a House or Senate committee or declining to provide documents and information requested by lawmakers. Especially if someone rejects an inquest by subpoena.
REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: WHY FAUCI'S 111 FIFTH AMENDMENT PLEAS COULD END UP BEFORE THE COURTS You refuse to cough up the goods, and Congress may try to hold you in contempt. And if you’re held in contempt, lawmakers may send a referral to the Justice Department.
That’s kind of a parliamentary suggestion box, informing the feds that House Members or senators believe you’ve earned prosecution. The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted r…
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