House Republicans Consider Criminal Referrals Against Biden After Failed Impeachment Bid
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Facing no evidence of wrongdoing by Biden, House Republicans are exploring criminal referrals against him and his associates to Justice Dept. as alternative to failed impeachment.
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Referrals would be symbolic but allow GOP to save face and align with Trump's vow to prosecute Biden if he wins election.
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Top Republicans like Reps. Armstrong, Jordan, and Comer have suggested criminal referrals likely outcome instead of impeachment vote.
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Shift came after Comer had meeting with Trump in Florida; GOP also lost House seats, making impeachment harder.
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Some Republicans admit referrals may not make sense due to DOJ policy against prosecuting sitting president, but could be pursued if Trump wins in 2024.