Robert K. Hur Upholds Biden Document Decision Amid Bipartisan Grilling
March 12, 2024Robert K. Hur, former Special Counsel, testified before the House Judiciary Committee about his report on President Biden's handling of classified documents.
Hur defended his decision not to charge President Biden, amidst criticism from members of both political parties.
Throughout the testimony, Hur remained composed and detailed, even when addressing questions regarding a minor memory lapse mentioned in the report.
Contrary to the report's claim, Hur confirmed he did not verify the date of Beau Biden’s death, which President Biden used as a reference during discussions.
The White House aides justified President Biden's emotional mention of his son, while Hur emphasized the relevance of Biden's memory in assessing possible criminal conduct.
The hearing featured intense interactions among lawmakers, reflecting bipartisan scrutiny over the case.
Hur's tenure as Special Counsel concluded on Monday following the contentious hearing.
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The New York Times • Mar 12, 2024
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