Jan 6 <br />Panel Subpoenas , House Minority <br />Leader McCarthy, , 4 Other GOP Reps.<br />The five subpoenaed Representatives had all declined a voluntary meeting with the <br />House special committee. .<br />In addition to <br />House Minority Leader <br />Kevin McCarthy.<br />the Jan. 6 panel also subpoenaed <br />PA Rep. Scott Perry.<br />OH Rep. Jim Jordan.<br />AZ Rep. Andy Biggs ...<br />... and AL Rep. Mo Brooks.<br />It is rare for a House committee to issue subpoenas against its own members.<br />The Special House Committee will hold <br />public hearings in June pertaining to the <br />U.S. Capitol riots that occurred on Jan. 6.<br />In a statement confirming <br />the subpoenas, democratic <br />MS Rep. Bennie Thompson <br />explained the panel's decision.<br />The select committee has learned that several of our colleagues have information relevant to our investigation into the attack on Jan. 6 and the events leading <br />up to it. , Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS), <br />via 'The New York Times'.<br />Before we hold our hearings next month, we wished to provide members the opportunity to discuss these matters with the committee voluntarily. , Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS), <br />via 'The New York Times'.<br />Regrettably, the individuals receiving subpoenas today have refused and we’re forced to take this step to help ensure the committee uncovers facts concerning Jan. 6, Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS), <br />via 'The New York Times'.<br />The subpoenas come after weeks of research and internal debate among committee members as to whether the action was necessary.<br />Minority Leader McCarthy is said to have consulted with counsel as to how to fight the subpoena.<br />The panel reportedly wishes to question McCarthy about his post-Jan. 6 conversations concerning former President Donald Trump
