House Judiciary Subpoenas Homeland Security Over Pardon Allegations

The transcript discusses allegations against President Trump, who reportedly offered pardons to federal employees to expedite the construction of a border wall. The House Judiciary Committee, led by Representative Jerrold Nadler, is seeking documents related to meetings between Trump and DHS officials. The Washington Post reported on these pardons, which the White House claimed were made in jest. Nadler views these actions as another example of Trump's disregard for the rule of law, as the committee considers impeachment.

What did President Donald Trump offer to federal workers according to the text?

What was the purpose of the committee seeking documents related to meetings between the President and DHS officials?

How did the White House respond to the remarks about pardons?

What did Representative Jerrold Nadler call the allegations against the President?

Why did the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee consider the documents important?