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House Recommendation: Finding Mark F. Pomerantz in Contempt of Congress

The U.S. House of Representatives is considering holding Mark F. Pomerantz in contempt of Congress. This is due to his failure to fully comply with a congressional subpoena, despite prior court rulings. This action emphasizes that citizens, including public figures, must adhere to congressional subpoenas, impacting transparency and accountability in government operations.
Key points
Mark F. Pomerantz is accused of refusing to answer congressional questions, citing his right against self-incrimination, despite having publicly discussed these matters previously.
A federal judge previously ruled that Mark F. Pomerantz must appear for the deposition, stating that no one is above the law.
A finding of contempt of Congress could lead to further legal consequences, demonstrating that non-compliance with congressional subpoenas is a serious violation of federal law.
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Print number: 118_HRES_469
Sponsor: Rep. Gaetz, Matt [R-FL-1]
Process start date: 2023-06-06