Johnson Calls Out Biden for Blocking Release of Hur Investigation Tapes

Published on May 16, 2024

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Thursday accused President Joe Biden of suppressing special counsel Robert Hur’s interview with him over his handling of classified documents. Although he released a transcript of the interview between Hur and President Biden, Attorney General Merrick Garland claimed releasing the audio could jeopardize future sensitive and high-profile investigations. Mr. Johnson told reporters during the Thursday press conference that he believes President Biden is afraid to have voters hear what the tapes contain during an election year. ...

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