During a recent congressional hearing, Mr. Kevin Kiley was questioned about the White House's request to remove parts of a report. The report in question was related to the handling of classified materials by the President. When asked about the reasons for the White House's request, Mr. Kiley mentioned that they contested certain language in the report, citing inconsistency with DOJ policy.
Following the release of the report, the President held a news conference where he criticized Mr. Kiley and his team. Despite the President's remarks, Mr. Kiley stood by the report, describing it as well-written, well-considered, and comprehensive.
During the hearing, Mr. Kiley clarified that the report did not exonerate President Biden and disagreed with the characterization of it as a total exoneration. He acknowledged that some reasonable jurors could have voted to convict based on the evidence presented in the report.
One of the key findings of the report was that the President's handling of classified materials posed a risk to national security, driven by motives such as personal political ambitions and financial gain. The report also highlighted the President's cooperation in the investigation but noted that this cooperation occurred after the matter had become public knowledge.
Mr. Kiley's analysis considered factors such as deterrence, noting that previous prosecutions for mishandling classified documents already served as a deterrent. This led to the conclusion that bringing charges in this case may not be necessary for establishing deterrence.
Overall, the hearing shed light on the complexities of the report and the various factors considered in the decision-making process. Mr. Kiley's unwavering stance on the integrity of the report and his commitment to upholding prosecutorial principles were evident throughout the questioning.
