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Read the letter the White House's top lawyer sent Rep. Garcia over threats to investigate Trump
PBS • • general
Key Points:
- White House counsel William Scharf sent a three-page letter to incoming House Oversight Committee chair Rep. Robert Garcia, warning that Democrats' planned investigations into the Trump administration "may cross the line into blatant criminality."
- The letter accuses Democrats of making "abusive and capricious threats" against President Trump and his administration, emphasizing constitutional limits on congressional investigations.
- Rep. Garcia, despite the warning, maintains that voters have given Democrats a mandate to pursue accountability, highlighting public concerns over rising costs and Trump's wealth.
- Garcia has urged the Trump administration to "lawyer up," signaling a firm stance on investigating potential issues related to Trump's presidency and finances.
