Anthony Bernal, a former senior aide to Biden and “work husband” to first lady Jill Biden, had informed the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday that he wouldn’t be sitting for a transcribed interview about the alleged cover-up.

Bernal had been slated to appear on Thursday but pulled out after the Trump White House counsel’s office informed former Domestic Policy Council director Neera Tanden, who gave evidence Tuesday, that she wouldn’t be granted executive privilege.

The power keeps White House and presidential communications confidential, but can only be granted by the current administration.

The subpoena demands that Bernal appear for a deposition on July 16.

Bernal’s lawyer Jonathan Su, who did not immediately respond to a request for comment, had asked to delay Thursday’s scheduled interview to prepare his client for questioning based on topics provided by the Oversight panel, the subpoena’s cover letter shows.

Advertisement