Former Trump aide Peter Navarro 'acted as if he was above the law': Prosecutors

Prosecutors said Navarro acted like he was "above the law" by defying the Jan. 6 committee's subpoena.
Navarro's lawyer said Navarro didn't comply because Trump may have claimed executive privilege over his testimony.
Prosecutors said even if privilege applied, Navarro had to show up and cite it question-by-question.
A Jan. 6 committee staffer said they wanted to ask Navarro about his "Green Bay Sweep" plan to delay certifying the election.
Navarro faces 2 contempt charges and up to 2 years in prison if convicted; closing arguments are Thursday.

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Posted 9/6/2023, 9:22:30 PM

Former Trump aide Peter Navarro 'acted as if he was above the law': Prosecutors

Prosecutors said Navarro acted like he was "above the law" by defying the Jan. 6 committee's subpoena.
Navarro's lawyer said Navarro didn't comply because Trump may have claimed executive privilege over his testimony.
Prosecutors said even if privilege applied, Navarro had to show up and cite it question-by-question.
A Jan. 6 committee staffer said they wanted to ask Navarro about his "Green Bay Sweep" plan to delay certifying the election.
Navarro faces 2 contempt charges and up to 2 years in prison if convicted; closing arguments are Thursday.

go.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/8/2023

Trump Defends Navarro, Calls Jan. 6 Panel 'Fascist Monsters' After Former Advisor Found Guilty of Contempt

9/9/2023

Trump Really, Really Upset Over Navarro Conviction, Says Giuliani

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Navarro Says White House Staff Fear Prison Over Jan. 6 Probe Cooperation

9/13/2023

Judge Examines Potential Juror Misconduct in Navarro Trial After Claims Jurors Saw Protesters

9/13/2023

Navarro Lawyers Question Jury's Outdoor Break Before Guilty Verdict

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Trump Paid $300k of Ex-Advisor's $600k+ Legal Fees for Jan. 6 Case