“does not believe that it is appropriate to pursue contempt of Congress charges against a former advisor to the President who did not comply with a subpoena investigating the events of January 6, 2021, based on an asserted belief that he was protected by executive privilege.”

Justice Department · said 2026-11-05 · reported 2026-11-05

The DOJ explained its argument in a filing to dismiss Bannon's conviction for defying a Jan. 6 committee subpoena.