Capitol siege: Those who refuse to testify before probe panel should be prosecuted, says Biden
The Hindu
Former President Donald Trump had urged former aides to refuse to cooperate, citing executive privilege,
U.S. President Joe Biden said on Friday, October 15, 2021, the U.S. Justice Department should prosecute people who defy subpoenas to testify before a Congressional select committee probing the on the Capitol.
"I hope that the committee goes after them and holds them accountable," Mr. Biden said, referring to the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee investigating the riot.
Asked whether he believed the should prosecute, Mr. Biden told reporters, "I do, yes."
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