WH Counsel Declines Participation In First Judiciary Committee Hearing

The Democrats' impeachment inquiry hearing, led by the Judiciary Committee, is scheduled for Wednesday. The focus is on constitutional grounds for presidential impeachment. White House counsel Pat Cipollone responded, criticizing the timing and lack of information provided by the committee. He highlighted the absence of details on witnesses and procedures. The Judiciary Committee plans to consider articles of impeachment, potentially leading to a House vote before Christmas.

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