How will House Republicans vote in the Bannon contempt charge? [View all]
That is the most important question in the continuing assault upon our democracy, in my opinion.
Steve Bannon refused to come forth on a subpoena from Congress, at the request of Democrats and Republicans. That is a criminal offense.
How many House Republicans will defend the institution of the House and our Constitution? Will they put partisan politics above their responsibility to their oath?
If Steve Bannon does not have to testify when subpoenaed to do so, then who does? Is everyone associated with the Trump Administration exempt from questioning? Will it be the same the next time Republicans are in charge and wish to subpoena someone for questioning? Contrary to what you might think, that is not the way the system will work.
One question that will be answered when the vote on Bannon's contempt takes place, how much control does Trump still exert over the House Republicans? Was his threat to tell people not to vote threaten Republicans to the point of subservience? Many will vote not to refer the charge to the US Attorney in DC because they believe Bannon is too close to Trump to gamble with doing their job according to their oath and their Constitution. For some, that is no small deal.
Tuesday, Republicans get a chance to stand up for our democracy and the rule of law or they can continue their partisan tilting at windmills.
How many will have the backbone to stand up for themselves, over a would-be autocrat, and protect our Constitution?
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