Any surprise in this?
Nope….
Donald Trump is clearly keeping the scientific ‘experts’ from being in the position where they are force under oath to counter their bosses view of how to do things about the virus crisis…
Trump does NOT believe in the separation of powers on the federal level…
It’s HIS show…
Congress ain’t invited …
White House coronavirus task force members are prohibited from testifying before Congress this month under new guidance issued by the Trump administration Monday.
Task force members and key deputies have been instructed not to accept invitations to participate in congressional hearings in May, while other agencies responding to the pandemic are being advised to limit the number of hearings they attend.
Top administration officials argue the coronavirus task force and the primary agencies responding to the pandemic need to focus their attention and resources on response efforts, and that having them testify could use up critical hours.
“We’re telling agencies that during this unprecedented time our resources need to be dedicated toward the coronavirus. At this stage we really need everybody manning their stations and prioritizing coronavirus response work,” a senior administration official told The Hill.
The move comes just days after the White House blocked Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert and a task force member, from testifying before a House panel.
The White House shot back at allegations it was attempting to silence officials, arguing it will allow for testimony at a later date….