James L. Hoare

[John Fazio]

(05-10-2018 11:03 AM)Steve Wrote:  On March 7, 1868 the Senate issued a summons for President Johnson to appear at his impeachment trial, which Johnson refused. Is that what you're thinking about?

Steve:

Thank you very much for your quick response. I do not believe this is the event I have reference to. My recollection is that Johnson was subpoenaed to appear and give testimony at the trial of the conspirators in May and June of 1865 and that he refused, apparently without consequence, to honor it. It is possible, of course, that my memory is playing tricks on me (that has been known to happen), but I think it unlikely.

Nevertheless, the event you describe may also have some relevance to the current situation between the Special Prosecutor and the President. Please understand that I am not trying to give ammunition to the President; on the contrary, I believe he should submit to questioning by Mueller; I am merely trying to substantiate my belief that there is some precedent relative to the issue.

Thank you again.

John