Topic: Procedural Tricks

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Truth to Podcaster
Episode 1126 6:19 - 9:54

1126: Truth to Podcaster

House Oversight Committee Procedures, Jim Jordan Whistleblower Criticism

Representative Jim Jordan criticizes Chairman Elijah Cummings for scheduling a Saturday interview with whistleblower Tricia Newbold without proper notice to Republicans. Jordan accuses the committee of cherry-picking testimony from a single witness to generate headlines regarding White House security clearances. The discussion explains the "move to strike the last word" procedural trick used by members to extend speaking time during hearings.