There was a party-line vote, 221-212, by US House Republicans to authorize an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan emphasized the House's sole authority in impeachment matters, highlighting the move as a constitutional duty for oversight.
This vote is seen as a strategic move by Republicans, aiming to bolster their legal grounds to potentially hold President Biden's son, Hunter Biden, in contempt of Congress if he doesn't comply. Hunter Biden, facing criminal indictment and the first child of a sitting president in this position, offered to testify in a public hearing after declining a closed-door deposition demanded by Republicans. His appearance at a news conference outside the Capitol reflected this stance.
Key Points:
1. House Republicans, voting strictly along party lines, approved an impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden in a 221-212 vote, asserting that the House holds the sole power of impeachment.
2. Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan emphasized that the House's decision to launch an impeachment inquiry is a constitutional duty, signaling that it could facilitate the process of compelling witnesses to testify.
3. Republicans anticipate that this inquiry vote will strengthen their legal position to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress if he fails to comply with their demands, as he remains the first child of a sitting president to face criminal indictment.
4. Hunter Biden, amid the developments, appeared at a press conference outside the Capitol, reiterating his willingness to testify publicly after previously refusing a closed-door deposition requested by Republicans.
5. The impeachment push, led by prominent Republicans, underscores their determination to probe further into the actions of both President Biden and his son, elevating the tensions between the two parties.
(With Agency Inputs)
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