hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Finds two former public officials in contempt, imposing daily fines.
Rep. Luna (R-FL) sponsored this resolution targeting William and Hillary Clinton.
Introduced in the House, referred to committee.
This resolution recommends that the House of Representatives find former President William J. Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton in contempt of Congress. It proposes a daily fine of $5,000 for each individual until they comply with a subpoena issued by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The resolution was introduced by Representative Anna Paulina Luna, a Republican from Florida, and has been referred to the House Committee on Rules for consideration.
Introduced Jan 22, 2026
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 22, 2026. After introduction, it was referred to the House Committee on Rules. For it to advance, the committee would need to consider and approve it, potentially sending it to the full House for a vote. If passed by the House, it would then be considered a resolution of the House, but it would not go to the Senate or become a public law as it's a House-only measure.
Should this resolution pass, it would establish a precedent for Congress to use daily financial penalties to enforce its subpoenas, potentially making it harder for individuals to ignore requests for information. Specifically, William J. Clinton and Hillary R. Clinton would face a $5,000 daily fine until they comply with the subpoena. The House Speaker would also be directed to take all necessary actions to ensure the subpoena and the resolution are enforced, solidifying the Speaker's role in compelling testimony.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue this ensures congressional subpoenas are respected, holding individuals accountable for non-compliance.
Critics Say
Critics might argue this is an overreach of congressional power or a politically motivated action targeting specific individuals.
Those in favor of this resolution would likely emphasize the importance of Congress's oversight function and its ability to gather information to inform legislation. They would argue that subpoenas are not optional and must be enforced to maintain government accountability. Conversely, opponents might view such a resolution as a partisan attack, potentially setting a dangerous precedent for using congressional power to target political adversaries or as an excessive use of fines.