Attorney General Merrick Garland slams GOP-led House vote to hold him in contempt of Congress

The transcript discusses the decision by House Republicans to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress for not providing an audio recording of President Biden. This decision, defended by Republicans as necessary for compliance with subpoenas, is criticized by Democrats as political theater. Media organizations have also sued for access to the recording. The Department of Justice must now decide whether to pursue charges against Garland, though a lengthy legal battle is expected. The situation is seen as a messaging victory for Republicans.

What was the reaction of Democrats to the contempt vote against Merrick Garland?

What role did news organizations play in the situation surrounding the audio recording of President Biden?