WH Counsel Declines Participation In First Judiciary Committee Hearing

The Democrats' impeachment inquiry hearing, led by the Judiciary Committee, is scheduled for Wednesday. The focus is on constitutional grounds for presidential impeachment. White House counsel Pat Cipollone responded, criticizing the timing and lack of information provided by the committee. He highlighted the absence of details on witnesses and procedures. The Judiciary Committee plans to consider articles of impeachment, potentially leading to a House vote before Christmas.

What is the main focus of the upcoming impeachment inquiry hearing led by the Judiciary Committee?

• Healthcare reforms

• Foreign relations

• Constitutional grounds for presidential impeachment

• Economic policies

Why did President Trump decide not to attend the impeachment inquiry hearing?

• He was attending a domestic event

• He was not invited

• He had a prior engagement with NATO leaders

• He disagreed with the hearing's focus

What was a key criticism made by White House counsel Pat Cipollone regarding the Judiciary Committee's handling of the hearings?

• Lack of media coverage

• Insufficient information and arbitrary deadlines

• Excessive public attention

• Too many witnesses

How does the Judiciary Committee differ from the House Intelligence Committee in terms of presidential participation?

• It does not allow any participation

• It allows the president to participate

• It requires the president to testify

• It limits the president's legal representation

What is the potential outcome if the articles of impeachment are approved by the Judiciary Committee?

• A Senate trial

• A public referendum

• A House floor vote to impeach

• A presidential pardon