FBI under pressure to release Joe Biden document within 24 hours.

Washington Showdown Looms as FBI Refuses to Release Information

A Washington showdown is brewing as the FBI refuses to release information requested by Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky and Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa. The lawmakers have threatened to begin contempt of Congress proceedings if they do not receive the information they are seeking.

“Whistleblower disclosures that Joe Biden may have been involved in a criminal bribery scheme as vice president track closely with what we are seeing in our investigation into the Biden family’s influence-peddling schemes. Congress and the American people need to know what, if anything, the FBI did to verify the allegations contained within this record,” Comer said.

The lawmakers are seeking an FD-1023 form that they believe contains information related to President Joe Biden and an alleged exchange of money for policy decisions. FBI Director Chris Wray was given until Tuesday to turn over the form, but it remains unclear if he will comply.

Republicans Accuse FBI of Obstructionism

Comer and Grassley have accused the FBI of obstructionism and have called for greater transparency. Grassley said, “The FBI has continued to tie itself in knots to ignore a legitimate subpoena from Congress, which has a constitutional duty of oversight. The Bureau’s developed a serious reputation problem through its spate of failures and overreach, and leadership is doing it no favors by attempting to stiff-arm Congress.”

The FBI has defended its position, stating that releasing confidential source information could potentially jeopardize investigations and put lives at risk. However, Comer and Grassley remain determined to obtain the information they are seeking.

Concerns Over Biden’s Activities

The lawmakers’ request for information is related to concerns over Joe Biden’s activities during his time as vice president. Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, has been the subject of investigations into his international business ventures, particularly in the final years of his father’s vice presidency.

Since the contents of Hunter Biden’s former laptop computer were revealed in 2020, officials have been investigating alleged connections between the activities of father and son. Although some emails have implied a connection between the vice president and Hunter Biden’s activities, Joe Biden has denied any involvement.

The FBI has until Tuesday to comply with the lawmakers’ request for information, or they will begin contempt of Congress proceedings.