Energy Secretary Rick Perry Refuses To Testify In Impeachment Inquiry

The transcript discusses Rick Perry's involvement in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump, focusing on his role in the administration's dealings with Ukraine. Perry has been asked to testify before three committees but has refused to participate in a closed-door session. The Energy Department confirmed Perry's encouragement of discussions between Trump and Ukraine's president. Perry may testify in the future if conditions allow for an open hearing. He plans to leave his post by the end of the year and has not complied with a subpoena for documents related to Ukraine.

What was the Energy Department's position on Rick Perry's participation in the impeachment inquiry?

• They were indifferent to his participation.

• They encouraged him to testify in any setting.

• They opposed his participation in a closed inquiry without legal counsel.

• They supported his participation without conditions.

What role did Rick Perry play in the Trump administration's dealings with Ukraine?

• He discouraged any discussions between the U.S. and Ukraine.

• He encouraged discussions on energy security and economic development.

• He was not involved in any discussions.

• He opposed any dealings with Ukraine.

What did the Energy Department confirm about Perry's actions?

• Perry opposed any dealings with Ukraine.

• Perry was not involved in any discussions.

• Perry encouraged discussions on energy security and economic development.

• Perry discouraged any communication between the U.S. and Ukraine.

Under what condition might Rick Perry testify in the future?

• If the inquiry remains closed.

• If he is no longer in office.

• If the House holds an open hearing with legal counsel present.

• If the inquiry is canceled.

What was Rick Perry's response to the congressional subpoena?

• He refused to comply with the subpoena.

• He agreed to comply fully.

• He ignored the subpoena.

• He partially complied with the subpoena.