Jake Tapper criticizes Biden DOJ for withholding Hur tapes from Congress

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) is pushing for the release of audio recordings of former special counsel Robert Hur's interview with President Joe Biden, suspecting that the transcript may have been altered. Luna believes that the tapes will provide a clearer picture of Biden's competence, especially in light of recent foreign policy challenges. Despite the release of the interview transcript, Luna insists that the tapes need to be made public to address concerns about Biden's cognitive abilities. Various organizations, including CNN, the Heritage Foundation, and Judicial Watch, have been denied access to the audio recordings through Freedom of Information Act requests and have resorted to legal action against the Department of Justice. The Democratic National Convention is approaching, and concerns about Biden's performance in polls have been raised, with some suggesting that he may be a liability for the party. CNN anchor Jake Tapper criticized the Department of Justice for withholding the audio tapes, arguing that there is no valid reason for their refusal to provide them to Congress. The DOJ's concerns about potential misuse of the recordings have sparked controversy, leading to a vote to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. Rep. Dan Goldman defended the DOJ's decision, stating that there is no legislative purpose for Congress to obtain the audio recordings. Tapper highlighted the ongoing tension between the legislative and executive branches regarding oversight and access to information. The situation underscores the broader issue of transparency and accountability within the government.