Former Trump aide Rob Porter is reportedly next in line for a House subpoena
The House Judiciary Committee is continuing with its subpoena quest as it decides whether to recommend articles of impeachment, Politico reports. This time, former White House staff secretary Rob Porter will reportedly be the recipient.
Politico described Porter, who resigned last year following allegations that he abused his two ex-wives, as a key witness in former Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into whether President Trump obstructed justice. Porter is mentioned several times throughout the Mueller report, which also cites his notes that reportedly give credence to claims that Trump tried to constrain, if not outright obstruct, the special counsel's investigation into 2016 Russian election interference.
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Politico reports that Porter grew close to the president during his time in the White House and was considered a confidante, but it remains unclear whether he would defend his former boss in testimony before the committee. If he even complies, that is — the White House is expected to block Porter from appearing before Congress. Read more at Politico.
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