Former Wyoming congresswoman Liz Cheney has issued a stern warning to President Donald Trump’s Department of Justice, claiming that investigating the January 6 committee would constitute “sanctionable conduct.” Her statement follows Trump’s allegations that the committee destroyed evidence to target conservatives.
During an appearance on Meet the Press, Trump accused Cheney and other committee members of erasing critical evidence, calling their actions “inexcusable.” “They deleted and destroyed all evidence,” Trump said, adding that the committee’s work was designed to mislead the public.
Cheney, who was ousted from Congress after her anti-Trump agenda alienated voters, denied the allegations. She instead accused Trump of constitutional violations, repeating her claims that he incited the Capitol protests. However, reports and whistleblower testimony have called the committee’s integrity into question.
Evidence revealed earlier this year showed that testimony supporting Trump’s request for National Guard troops was suppressed. Additionally, materials were deleted, sparking allegations of misconduct. Critics argue that Cheney’s threats are an attempt to avoid facing accountability for the committee’s actions.
Once a rising star in the Republican Party, Cheney has become a political outcast due to her relentless campaign against Trump. Her threats to the DOJ have been dismissed by many as hollow, given the growing calls for a full investigation into the committee’s conduct.
Supporters of Trump view an inquiry as critical to exposing what they see as a politically driven effort to undermine conservatives. Cheney’s remarks are unlikely to deter the push for transparency and accountability.
