Attorney General Merrick Garland said the Justice Department won't bow to political pressure on Jan 6. investigation
to turn over a trove of documents to the House select committee leading the Jan. 6 investigation and in his ruling said Trump "corruptly attempted to obstruct" the Joint Session of Congress.against former Trump aides Dan Scavino and Peter Navarro for their refusal to comply with subpoenas.
Adam Schiff pressed Garland to move quickly regarding the committee recommendation, adding, "We're trying to prevent another Jan. 6," Schiff said. "We feel a sense of urgency and we hope the department does also." Rep. Elaine Luria said the Justice Department "must act swiftly," adding: "Attorney General Garland, do your job so that we can do ours.", Monday, however that he wouldn't seek to influence the Attorney General or lawmakers on the matter.
"I told you I would not tell the Justice Department what position to take or not take, and I’m not going to instruct the Congress, either," Biden said.
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