https://x.com/i/status/1948211079001051267

The GOP chair was caught off guard and scrambled—first delaying the vote, then trying to sabotage it by adding amendments to include Biden administration communications. Democrats called their bluff and agreed.

Then the GOP chair, Rep. Higgins, lied, claiming the motion FAILED until Rep. Robert Garcia forced a full roll call vote.

Ultimately, the vote passed 8-2 after 3 Republicans DEFIED their leadership and joined all 5 Democrats to pass the motion.

  • saigot@lemmy.ca
    3·
    2 days ago

    I’m not american, does this committee actually hold the power to release them or is this just a recommendation/symbolic? If rule of law is followed (I know big if) does this guarantee the release or are there still hurdles?

    • Canaconda@lemmy.caOP
      5·
      2 days ago

      Me neither. It’s the house oversight committee. So it’s my understanding they do have some real power. Though to be honest I don’t know what the scope is.