[MEGoody]

Five executives from America’s leading oil companies were marched in front of the Senate Finance Committee Thursday morning for a public scolding. . .

I have no idea why these guys show up for this kind of nonsense. Is there some law that requires it?

[SoothingDave]

Two words: Congressional subpoena.

They may not be actually under subpoena for this farce, but the threat is always there. If Congress “invites” you, you show up.