Subpoena power refers to the authority granted to certain bodies or individuals within Congress, allowing them to legally compel witnesses to testify or provide documents for investigations or hearings.
Related terms
Oversight: Oversight is an important function carried out by Congress, which involves monitoring and reviewing actions taken by executive branch agencies in order to ensure they are acting in accordance with laws.
Contempt of Congress: Contempt of Congress refers to situations where individuals refuse or fail to comply with subpoenas, leading them potentially facing legal consequences such as fines or imprisonment.
Impeachment: Impeachment is a process used by Congress in cases where high-ranking officials, including presidents, can be removed from office due to charges of serious misconduct.