Recent twist, Liz Cheney finds herself in a precarious position following a declaration by the Bipartisan Legal Advisory Group (BLAG) that the January 6th Committee, on which she served, is illegitimate. This decision has sparked celebration among supporters of the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement, who have contested the committee’s legitimacy since its inception.
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson took to Twitter on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, to announce a significant development regarding the committee’s status. He disclosed that the House would file an amicus brief in support of Steve Bannon’s appeal against his contempt of Congress conviction, citing the committee’s now-invalidated authority.
The BLAG, voting 3-2, formally established the House’s legal stance that the January 6th Committee lacked legitimacy. This ruling renders all subpoenas issued by the committee, including those against Bannon, null and void.
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The BLAG, established in 1993, comprises the Speaker of the House and majority and minority leaders, overseeing legal matters involving the House of Representatives.
During an appearance on Fox News with Sean Hannity, Speaker Johnson elaborated on the House’s stance: “We believe the January 6th Committee was improperly constituted and may have concealed evidence. Our investigation indicates that Speaker Pelosi violated House rules in its formation.”
This development marks a pivotal moment in ongoing legal battles stemming from the January 6th investigation, casting doubt on the committee’s actions and implications for individuals like Steve Bannon.
The committee’s disavowal not only impacts Bannon’s case but also raises broader questions about the validity of its investigations and subpoenas.
For supporters of MAGA, this decision validates their concerns about the committee’s fairness and its treatment of those implicated in the events of January 6th.
As scrutiny intensifies on the committee’s operations and key figures like Liz Cheney, the fallout from this ruling promises to shape future debates on congressional oversight and political accountability.
