Former Congresswoman Liz Cheney has strongly denied allegations that she destroyed over 100 files related to the January 6 Committee. The controversy began when former President Donald Trump and Representative Barry Loudermilk expressed concerns about the missing documents and videos crucial to the investigation.
Trump publicly accused Cheney and other committee members of destroying evidence that could have cleared him of any wrongdoing related to the January 6 incident at the Capitol. He claimed that “they erased and destroyed all evidence” and suggested that Cheney should be jailed for her actions.
Representative Loudermilk also suggested that important records and recordings had been intentionally deleted, which he believed was a violation of House norms. Both Trump and Loudermilk implied that the deletion of such data could be seen as an intentional attempt to conceal material that could be favorable to Trump.
Cheney quickly responded to the allegations, calling them “ridiculous and false.” She stated that there was no factual or constitutional basis for Trump’s suggestions and described his remarks as an “attack on the rule of law.” Cheney assured the public that all evidence handled by the committee had been properly archived and documented.
The ongoing argument between Trump and Cheney highlights the deep divisions surrounding the January 6 investigation. Despite the inquiry resulting in several high-profile hearings and recommendations, the debate over the missing evidence raises further questions about the handling of crucial materials.
Cheney’s defense of her actions comes as the controversy over the files continues to unfold. Despite the allegations, Cheney remains firm in her conviction that the investigation was conducted lawfully and that all necessary materials were retained.
