Many Democrats remain steadfast that relying solely on the court system to combat the White House's stonewalling would prove too arduous and time-consuming.
Despite House Democrats receiving their second favorable federal court ruling on Wednesday as part of their legal battle to obtain subpoenaed information from the White House, many remain steadfast that the party should surge forward with an impeachment inquiry.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi touted the court victories, which seemed to bolster her position and undercut members’ narrative that the party needed an impeachment inquiry to obtain the documents and witness testimonies sought for their obstruction and abuse of power investigations.
Democrats who support an impeachment inquiry reiterated that court matters could move forward simultaneously, and that it was an additional remedy to enforce their subpoenas. Such a stance will likely continue to divide the party, with party leaders tamping down impeachment talk as more members come out in support of it. Congress' last day in session before the Memorial Day recess will be Thursday, offering leadership a brief break and rank-and-file members the chance to spend time in their home districts.
“I’ll believe it when I see it out of the U.S. Supreme Court,” he told Newsweek, jokingly adding: “Well, as soon as [Supreme Court Justice Brett] Kavanaugh sends the tweet. Do they tweet?” “We don't stand in the street and say, ‘Well, I'm not going to make this arrest because I'm not sure what the judge or jury will do.'" She told reporters. “I'm glad the courts are doing their job, but is the president setting up a situation where he is not only disregarding the lawful authority of the legislative branch, but now the judiciary, too? I guess we'll see. I think that only strengthens our position.
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