Censuring and condemning Adam Schiff, Representative of California's 30th Congressional District.

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Explore the details of House Bill 489 Censuring and condemning Adam Schiff, Representative of California's 30th Congressional District. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Congress. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 489

Bill 118 H.Res. 489 is a resolution introduced in the US House of Representatives that seeks to censure and condemn Adam Schiff, who represents California's 30th Congressional District. The resolution accuses Schiff of making false statements and misrepresenting information to the public and the media regarding the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump.

The resolution specifically cites Schiff's handling of the whistleblower complaint that sparked the impeachment inquiry, alleging that he misled the public about his interactions with the whistleblower and the contents of the complaint. It also accuses Schiff of fabricating a conversation between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a congressional hearing.

Supporters of the resolution argue that Schiff's actions have damaged the credibility of the impeachment inquiry and undermined the integrity of the House of Representatives. They believe that censuring Schiff is necessary to hold him accountable for his alleged misconduct. Opponents of the resolution argue that it is a politically motivated attack on Schiff and an attempt to distract from the impeachment inquiry itself. They believe that censuring Schiff would set a dangerous precedent for punishing members of Congress for their statements and actions. As of now, the resolution is still pending in the House of Representatives and has not yet been voted on. It remains to be seen whether it will garner enough support to pass and officially censure Adam Schiff.

Congressional Summary of HRES 489

This resolution condemns and censures Representative Adam Schiff for conduct that misleads the American people and directs the Committee on Ethics to investigate that conduct.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 489

Bill HRES 489 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 9, 2023. Bill HRES 489 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 9, 2023. Bill HRES 489's most recent activity was On motion to table the measure Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 225 - 196, 7 Present (Roll no. 269). as of June 14, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 489

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