The NPR Politics Podcast Supreme Court Rules Trump Cannot Shield Jan. 6 Documents From Congress
Jan 20, 2022
The Supreme Court has ruled that the former president cannot block the release of crucial documents related to the January 6th Capitol attack. This decision could lead to more transparency and accountability in the ongoing investigations. Highlights include discussions on the complexities of executive privilege and the urgency of ongoing inquiries, with implications for key figures like Ivanka Trump and Mike Pence. The podcast dives into the significance of subpoenas and legal actions against those involved, emphasizing the push for justice.
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Supreme Court Ruling
- The Supreme Court rejected Trump's request to block White House record releases.
- This allows the January 6th committee access to 800 pages of documents.
Ivanka Trump Testimony
- The January 6th committee asked Ivanka Trump to testify.
- They believe she might have influenced Trump's actions that day.
Executive Privilege Question
- The ruling sidestepped the question of a former president's executive privilege.
- The court emphasized that current President Biden waived the privilege in this case.