House votes to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt over Biden audio
SUMMARY
The Republican-controlled House narrowly voted to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress, escalating the GOP's battle against what they see as a biased justice system targeting Donald Trump. The contempt charge stems from Garland's refusal to hand over audio of special counsel Robert Hur’s interview with President Biden about his handling of classified documents. Republicans argue this is a matter of congressional oversight and accountability. Despite the contempt vote, the Biden administration's assertion of executive privilege means Garland is unlikely to face prosecution, but the GOP members of the House have reiterated their concerns about transparency and justice.
