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House Dems propose strengthening Congress’ contempt power to break administration stonewalls
But such extreme measures have fallen out of favor over the years, as Congress has relied instead primarily on litigation to enforce its subpoenas and officials across government have acknowledged the unappetizing prospect of using force to impose its will. It’s even trickier when applied to a coequal branch of government, which may have its …
Contempt case alleging Alaska quarantine break dismissed
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A federal magistrate judge has dismissed a criminal contempt complaint against a man who prosecutors had accused of violating a judge’s order and breaking Alaska quarantine rules following his early release from prison amid the coronavirus pandemic. Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge Deborah M. Smith this week granted a request by the …