From Mother Jones · Alex Nguyen · · 30s
White House Threatens Democrats Over Trump Investigations
White House warns Democrats that discussing Trump investigations could be criminal.
In brief
White House warns Democrats that discussing Trump investigations could be criminal. White House threatens Democrats with criminal charges for investigating Trump, citing constitutional limits on congressional power. Originally reported by Mother Jones.
White House threatens Democrats
White House counsel warns Democrats that discussing Trump investigations could be criminal.
“These principles require Congress to identify a legitimate legislative purpose underlying its investigative acts”
Democrats' social media posts
Democrats shared social media posts joking about subpoenaing administration officials.
“We’re going to be passing out subpoenas like candy”
Garcia's response
Garcia stated Congress' authority comes from Article I of the Constitution, not White House permission.
“Let’s be clear: Congress’ authority comes from Article I of the Constitution, not from the permission of the White House”
What to remember
White House threatens Democrats with criminal charges for investigating Trump, citing constitutional limits on congressional power.
