Attorney General Merrick Garland Grilled by GOP Lawmakers

Subpoena Battle Heats Up

Contempt Vote Highlights Partisan Divide

WEB Attorney General Merrick Garland was grilled by Republican lawmakers today as he testified before the GOP-led House Judiciary Committee. The hearing, which lasted several hours, was contentious at times, with Republicans accusing Garland of being politically motivated in his handling of several high-profile investigations, including the ongoing probe into Hunter Biden's business dealings.

WEB Garland defended the Justice Department's actions, saying that they are based on evidence and the law. He also said that he is confident that the investigation into Hunter Biden will be conducted fairly and impartially.

In a fiery exchange, WEB Garland told lawmakers that he would not be "bullied" by their attempts to interfere with the Justice Department's work. He also said that he would not hesitate to bring charges against anyone who breaks the law, regardless of their political affiliation.

The Republican-controlled House narrowly voted Wednesday to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt. The vote was 229 to 202, with all Republicans and one Democrat voting in favor. The contempt vote is the latest escalation in the ongoing battle between the Justice Department and the GOP-led House over the investigation into Hunter Biden.

The House has accused Garland of stonewalling their investigation by refusing to provide documents and witnesses. Garland has defended his actions, saying that he is following the law and that the Justice Department's work should not be interfered with.

The contempt vote is largely symbolic and does not have any real legal consequences. However, it does signal the deep partisan divide over the Justice Department's investigation into Hunter Biden, and it is likely to further escalate the battle between the two sides.

Attorney General Merrick B Garland testifying before the House Judiciary Committee defended the Justice Department against false accusations of political bias and partisan investigations. House Republicans on Wednesday muscled through a measure recommending that Attorney General Merrick B Garland be held in contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena related to the investigation of Hunter Biden and his business dealings with Ukrainian energy company Burisma Holdings.