DOJ Says Witnesses Can Testify If A Government Lawyer Is Present

The transcript discusses the House impeachment investigation, highlighting the conditions under which officials may testify, such as the presence of a government lawyer. It covers the defiance of subpoenas by some officials citing White House instructions and claims of absolute immunity. The Department of Justice issued a legal opinion stating that congressional subpoenas are invalid without a government attorney present, emphasizing executive privilege. The DOJ's opinion is yet to be tested in court, while the Trump administration's immunity claims await court decisions.

How has the Trump administration responded to subpoenas regarding absolute immunity?

What are the implications of the ongoing lawsuits related to the claims of absolute immunity?