WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy is making it clear that he will likely defy a subpoena from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. An attorney representing McCarthy wrote to the committee Friday that it does not have the authority to issue subpoenas to the lawmakers. He also demanded the panel provide answers to his questions and documents if his client were to comply. The apparent defiance will escalate a standoff over McCarthy and other GOP lawmakers’ testimony as the committee will now have to decide whether it will enforce its congressional subpoenas. It’s looking to wrap up its investigation and prepare for public hearings in early June.
McCarthy, GOP lawmakers escalate standoff with Jan. 6 panel
