The Justice Department faces criticism for delaying the release of recordings of President Biden's interviews with Special Counsel Robert Hur. Advocacy groups filed a FOIA request for the recordings, which congressional Republicans have sought. The DOJ is ordered to expedite the timeline for determining the release of the tapes.
Key Points
FOIA request filed for recordings of Biden's interviews
DOJ criticized for not abiding by subpoena from House Republicans
Advocacy groups merged FOIA requests into one suit
Court orders expedited briefing schedule for release of tapes
Pros
Advocacy groups pushing for transparency
Expedited timeline for release of tapes ordered by court
Cons
Justice Department criticized for delaying release