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StarfishSaver

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38. Yes. It's the smarter move

Thu Sep 19, 2019, 03:04 PM

Sep 2019

Some might think it's too slow and would prefer the "lock 'em up now" scenario, but it's the much smarter and likely more effective approach.

Inherent contempt leaves Congress out there on its own. Going to court puts the power of the court behind them

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In regards to Michael Atkinson not revealing the contents of the complaint today. [View all] herding cats Sep 2019 OP

And when did Cover-up boy sign on? GusBob Sep 2019 #1

That's correct on all counts. herding cats Sep 2019 #2

For our nation. A black eye. ffr Sep 2019 #25

Time for whistleblower to deliver copy to House committee. Sneederbunk Sep 2019 #3

That breaks the law and removes their legal protections. herding cats Sep 2019 #4

Yes. :) I'm remembering that after W announced we were Hortensis Sep 2019 #6

This one is going to be a battle, but I expect it won't take that long. herding cats Sep 2019 #9

Yes. Plus, court decisions we're waiting on Hortensis Sep 2019 #10

I suspect if The whistleblower is a patriot ... GeorgeGist Sep 2019 #5

Per the ICWPA they can only do so after the DNI dismisses the claim. herding cats Sep 2019 #7

What if McGuire just sits on it? shanti Sep 2019 #8

That's what he did originally. herding cats Sep 2019 #12

Jail him (McGuire). It's time to start upholding the law. LonePirate Sep 2019 #11

That actually might be a possible outcome. herding cats Sep 2019 #13

serious question. isn't detaining someone an executive function? stopdiggin Sep 2019 #14

Short version - Congress can cite him for contempt and go to court for enforcement StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #15

thanks stopdiggin Sep 2019 #17

Question: bluestarone Sep 2019 #19

They can try, but it's not as simple as some people think StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #26

Makes sense TY bluestarone Sep 2019 #30

... StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #35

This is what I'm hoping for here. herding cats Sep 2019 #37

Yes. Especially if the theatrics don't get us any closer to getting the info we need StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #40

Theatrics feed emotions and can fire up a base herding cats Sep 2019 #44

You are so right! StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #46

+1 uponit7771 Sep 2019 #54

They can also use "inherent contempt" and imprison and/or fine him. triron Sep 2019 #20

Who will they arrest and how will they do it? StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #21

It was used before. I assume it can be done. Otherwise it wouldn't have been. triron Sep 2019 #29

It was last done about 90 years ago. It so easy now StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #32

Only if it can be expedited. It would be interesting to know why it was usedd before. triron Sep 2019 #48

Can a Congressional Committee ever go straight to the Supreme Court, Mike 03 Sep 2019 #16

No. StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #18

Thank you! Much appreciated. Mike 03 Sep 2019 #31

Could this be a way to get at Barr? A copy of the complaint was given to Barr. If Schiff demands in2herbs Sep 2019 #22

Congress can't charge him with a crime, but if they get a court to order him to produce it StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #27

Exactly. herding cats Sep 2019 #36

Yes. It's the smarter move StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #38

It is a real shame we have no Enforcement agency in the Federal Government ... or... NotHardly Sep 2019 #23

They'll just assert more executive privilege bucolic_frolic Sep 2019 #24

LOCK HIS ASS................................Contempt is still fucking Contempt...................... turbinetree Sep 2019 #28

Who, IC IG Michael Atkinson? herding cats Sep 2019 #34

Atkinson is the good guy here. StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #39

Yes, he definitely is. herding cats Sep 2019 #41

I'm glad you're trying to explain StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #43

Here let me clarify my rant.................................and defend my self turbinetree Sep 2019 #55

This is DC we're talking about ... sal2019 Sep 2019 #33

Where's Ellsberg when you need him? Pepsidog Sep 2019 #42

Ought not there be a "back door" or some way to bypass all this rigamarole and red tape? NurseJackie Sep 2019 #45

I agree there should. herding cats Sep 2019 #47

The whistle blower saidsimplesimon Sep 2019 #50

Most definitely. herding cats Sep 2019 #51

I know. It's sad... frustrating and disturbing. NurseJackie Sep 2019 #52

I doubt that anybody the people calling for him/her to come forward StarfishSaver Sep 2019 #53

Boy, if the law is ever invoked and Trumpees who illegally protect Trump are imprisoned... Kablooie Sep 2019 #49