# What is contempt of Congress? 

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/what-is-contempt-of-congress/
- Published: 2026-08-05T15:06:54+00:00
- Original publisher: The Hill (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/6010670-fauci-contempt-congress-vote/
- Topics: Government, Politics

## Summary

Contempt of Congress is a criminal misdemeanor offense that officials called to testify before Congress may face if lawmakers deem their actions as an obstruction of ongoing investigation.  It’s classified as a federal charge punishable by a fine of up to $100,000 and carries a jail sentence of up to one year. People accused of...

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