House Jan. 6 Committee Subpoenas Donald Trump For His Testimony

The January 6th Committee has taken the unprecedented step of voting to subpoena former President Trump to testify about the events leading up to the Capitol riot. The committee, which includes both Democrats and two Republican critics of Trump, aims to seek answers directly from him. Despite the vote, it remains uncertain if Trump will comply, as subpoenas can be contested in court. The committee's decision is driven by a sense of duty to the country and the Constitution, with the goal of protecting the Republic.

What was the primary focus of the January 6th Committee's investigation?

• The potential threat to the vice president and the involvement of certain groups

• The economic policies of the White House

• The healthcare reforms proposed by Congress

• The foreign policy decisions made by the administration

What unprecedented action did the committee take during the meeting?

• They decided to impeach the former president

• They voted to subpoena former President Trump

• They dismissed the investigation

• They passed a new legislative bill

Why did the committee decide to issue a subpoena to the former president?

• To seek answers directly from him for the events of January 6th

• To plan for the upcoming elections

• To discuss economic policies

• To negotiate foreign trade agreements

What challenges might the committee face in enforcing the subpoena?

• The committee might lose interest in the investigation

• The subpoena could be held up in court and litigated

• The former president might comply immediately

• The former president might voluntarily testify

Who are the two Republican members of the committee mentioned in the transcript?

• Lindsey Graham and Mitt Romney

• Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy

• Adam Kinzinger and Liz Cheney

• Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio