"Energy Secretary Embroiled in Controversy as Democrats Call for DOJ Investigation" A growing scandal is unfolding in Washington as two House Democrats have taken the unprecedented step of referring Energy Secretary Chris Wright to the Department of Justice for potential prosecution. In a scathing letter, Representatives Zoe Lofgren and Gabe Amo accused Wright of perjury, alleging that he lied under oath about the cancellation of green grants. The lawmakers claim that Wright testified falsely about whether the grants were axed for partisan reasons, sparking concerns about the Energy Department's handling of environmental initiatives. The referral marks a significant escalation in the investigation, which could have far-reaching implications for the Biden administration and the future of the Energy Department's policies.
Two House Democrats have formally referred Energy Secretary Chris Wright to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential prosecution, accusing him of lying to Congress about whether green grants were canceled for partisan reasons. In a letter made public on Wednesday, Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) and Gabe Amo (D-R.I.) accused Wright of lying when he testified that...