Biden impeachment: Democrat seeks Giuliani subpoena, GOP rejects.
The First Impeachment Inquiry Hearing into President Joe Biden
The first impeachment inquiry hearing into President Joe Biden got off to a rocky start when House Oversight Committee ranking member Jamie Raskin (D-MD) used his opening statement to make a motion that would throw the proceedings into chaos.
Since the oversight investigation began, Raskin has claimed that all the information the Republicans on the committee have released is just a rehashing of the allegations raised by former President Donald Trump, which eventually led to his first impeachment.
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Hunter Biden’s position on the board of Burisma, a Ukrainian energy company, has been a leading factor in the Oversight Committee’s investigation into Joe Biden.
So, Raskin made a motion to subpoena Rudy Giuliani and his former associate Lev Parnas, who was tasked with digging up dirt on Biden and his family’s connection to Ukraine ahead of the 2020 election.
“If this dysfunctional body is going to insist on going forward, we must receive the testimony of Rudy Giuliani and Lev Parnas,” Raskin said.
He then made a motion to subpoena both individuals. Immediately after, House Oversight Chairman James Comer (R-KY) made a motion to table Raskin’s motion. But, because Republicans on the committee were not all present, they did not have the votes to table it.
So, the Republicans who were present used procedural measures to filibuster until enough GOP members could show up and vote to table it. After 20 minutes, Republicans successfully tabled the motion 20 votes to 19.
Prior to the motion, Comer and the two other chairmen leading the impeachment inquiry, Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) and Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO), made their opening remarks where they laid out the reason for pursuing this impeachment inquiry into the president.
“I think this is a tale as old as time,” Jordan said. “Politician takes action that makes money for his family, and then he tries to conceal it.”
Jordan then laid out “four key facts” the committees have uncovered that “will never change.”
- Fact one: Hunter Biden sat on the board of Burisma and made a lot of money doing so.
- Fact two: Hunter Biden was not qualified to sit on the board of Burisma.
- Fact three: Burisma asked Hunter Biden to get “D.C.” to weigh in and pressure the Ukrainian government to get a prosecutor off their back.
- Fact four: Joe Biden went to Ukraine in 2015 and pressured the Ukrainian government to fire the Prosecutor General Viktor Shokin or else America would withhold aid to the country.
“That’s why this inquiry is so darn important,” Jordan said. “It’s the oldest story in the world, and those are the facts.”
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Smith’s opening statement focused mostly on information his committee released on Wednesday that laid out more communication between Hunter Biden and foreign business associates.
“The Biden family sold access to Joe Biden’s power, and the Biden Justice Department protected the Biden brand,” Smith said. “We must continue to follow the facts.”
What are the implications for the Biden administration and American politics as a whole, depending on the outcome of the impeachment inquiry
E motion to subpoena Giuliani and Parnas was allowed to move forward, causing a disruption in the proceedings. This move by Raskin not only highlighted the deep divide between Democrats and Republicans on the committee but also set the tone for a contentious hearing.
The impeachment inquiry is focused on President Biden’s alleged involvement in Ukrainian affairs, particularly his son Hunter Biden’s position on the board of Burisma. The Republicans on the committee have been eager to explore this connection and gather evidence to support their claims of corruption and influence-peddling.
Raskin’s motion to subpoena Giuliani and Parnas was a strategic move to challenge the Republicans’ narrative and bring in witnesses who could potentially provide a different perspective on the matter. By calling for the testimony of Giuliani and Parnas, Raskin aimed to shift the focus of the investigation from President Biden to the actions of his political opponents.
The controversial nature of Raskin’s motion was evident in the response from House Oversight Chairman James Comer, who swiftly moved to table the motion. However, due to the absence of some Republican members, the motion could not be tabled, allowing Raskin’s request to proceed.
This initial clash between the Democrats and Republicans on the committee foreshadows the intense legal battle that is likely to ensue in the coming weeks. The impeachment inquiry will undoubtedly be a highly partisan affair, with both sides fiercely defending their positions.
The outcome of this hearing and the subsequent impeachment proceedings will have significant implications for President Biden’s administration. If evidence of wrongdoing is uncovered, it could seriously undermine his credibility and ability to govern effectively. On the other hand, if the allegations are proven to be baseless, it could strengthen Biden’s position and diminish the credibility of his political opponents.
It is crucial for the American public to closely follow the impeachment inquiry, as it will shape the political landscape and have far-reaching consequences. The decision made by the House Oversight Committee will determine the next steps in the impeachment process and ultimately impact the future of the Biden administration.
As the first hearing unfolds, it is vital for both Democrats and Republicans to approach the proceedings with fairness, objectivity, and a commitment to uncovering the truth. The American people deserve a thorough and transparent investigation that leaves no stone unturned.
The impeachment inquiry into President Biden has ignited a fierce battle between Democrats and Republicans, setting the stage for a contentious and high-stakes legal showdown. The outcome of this inquiry will have significant ramifications for the Biden administration and the future of American politics.
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