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McCarthy to launch impeachment if Biden fails to provide required docs

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  • Source: Agencies
  • 23 Aug 2023 15:38
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US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy threatens an impeachment inquiry if documents related to an alleged bribery scheme involving the Biden family are not provided by the administration.

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  • Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy speaks during an event at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Monday, April 17, 2023. (AP)
    Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy speaks during an event at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Monday, April 17, 2023. (AP)

House Republicans have been consistently advocating for impeachment proceedings against US President Joe Biden. Their claims are based on allegations of financial misconduct purportedly occurring during the Obama administration.

Although these initial calls did not gain significant traction, recent reports suggest that the push for impeachment might gain momentum when Congress reconvenes.

Threat of impeachment inquiry

US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) reiterated his threat to initiate an impeachment inquiry on Tuesday. He conveyed that this move could take place in September if the Biden administration fails to provide documents linked to alleged bribery involving the Biden family.

McCarthy's stance centers on the requirement for these documents to shed light on the alleged financial irregularities.

Ambiguity surrounding requested documents

The specifics of the documents being sought by McCarthy remain unclear. Furthermore, reports indicate that the documents deemed 'missing' were not explicitly requested by lawmakers.

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McCarthy's emphasis is on how the Bidens handled financial matters, stating that the provision of these documents could obviate the need for an impeachment inquiry.

Documents of interest

McCarthy clarified that the documents he is seeking encompass bank statements and credit card statements.

He emphasized the importance of these records in clarifying the movement of money and potential sources of outside funding. However, he lamented the resistance encountered in obtaining these documents.

Alleged pay-to-play scheme and Hunter Biden's role

Republicans have been persistently asserting the existence of a pay-to-play scheme involving President Joe Biden during his tenure as vice president under the Obama administration. They allege that Hunter Biden exploited his father's position to secure financial advantages.

McCarthy's discussions about the impeachment inquiry highlight Joe Biden's alleged involvement in his son's business dealings. He raises concerns over ethical considerations and accuses the Biden family of participating in questionable financial transactions.

US Attorney for the District of Delaware, David Weiss, was appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland to oversee the Hunter Biden case. However, this appointment has triggered criticism from GOP members who question Weiss's impartiality.

McCarthy asserts that the appointment of a special counsel could be used to withhold information from Congress.

He suggests that if Weiss denies Congress certain information under the guise of being part of a special counsel investigation, the House could push ahead with an impeachment inquiry. He underscores that the pursuit of transparency and accountability remains a priority.

Timeline of impeachment advocacy

McCarthy's initial proposal for an impeachment inquiry emerged in July, rooted in allegations of Biden's involvement in financial misconduct.

This effort followed a period during which McCarthy had earlier rebuffed impeachment calls from the House Freedom Caucus, a hard-right faction within the Republican Party.

The ongoing push for Biden's impeachment on grounds of financial improprieties underscores the political tensions and complexities within the US legislative landscape.

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