In a recent development, the House Judiciary Committee has voted to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. This decision comes after President Biden invoked executive privilege over the audio recordings of his interview with former special counsel Robert Herr. The interview in question formed the basis for Herr's characterization of Biden as an 'elderly man with a poor memory.'
President Biden's decision to assert executive privilege means that the audio recordings of the interview will not be released, despite the transcript already being made public. This move has sparked debate, with Speaker Mike Johnson suggesting that Biden may be apprehensive about the public hearing the contents of his interview with Herr.
Responding to the situation, the White House emphasized that the transcript of the interview has already been disclosed and that the decision to withhold the audio was made following careful consideration at the request of the attorney general. The administration is standing by the invocation of executive privilege in this matter.
As the controversy unfolds, further developments are expected to shed light on the implications of withholding the audio recordings and the potential consequences of holding the Attorney General in contempt of Congress. The clash between the executive branch and Congress underscores the ongoing tensions and power struggles within the government.
