Ah I see. I did hear Grassley mention a quorum is needed when most of the committee was out of the room. I did see him count. OH wow, a ruse. Good to know thanks for explaining.
I also read that the FBI has already been investigating, and the results will be far more than anyone expects in the ‘short time’ the investigation happened.
They have Ford’s letter and the FBI can perform an forensic analysis on it. Obviously there are two different fonts and sizes. That has probably been in the works.
Question no one can answer: Ford et al refused to hand over other docs, if Grassley subpoenaed the docs and they ignored the subpoena, can Grassley go to court and ask a judge to order production of docs, NOW, due to urgency?
If Grassley did such a thing, and if he handed the judges order to Ford et al right after the vote, OMG!! Could Grassley subpoena and/or ask a judge to force compliance without minority party being told?
Also, I read FBI has no subpoena power because the investigation is background, not criminal. If the FBI finds evidence of criminal activity, the FBI can refer to DOJ who can then open criminal investigation. We know Ford lied under oath and she lied about being a licensed psychologist. Criminal enough? If that is done, all records, text, phone, forced testimony can be done. Could you imagine the FREAK OUT. Ford would tell everything to stay out of prison. Obviously this is theory, but I like it!