A House Oversight Committee hearing turned tense on Tuesday as Chairman James Comer threatened to remove Democratic Representative Maxwell Frost following a sharp exchange over former President Donald Trump.
The hearing, which focused on government accountability and financial oversight, took a political turn when Frost referred to Trump as a “grifter in chief”, accusing Republicans of ignoring financial misconduct.
Exchange Between Comer and Frost
As Frost criticized Trump’s financial dealings, Comer interrupted and warned him to keep the discussion focused on the topic at hand.
James Comer: "This committee is not a place for personal attacks. If you continue, you will be removed."
When Frost attempted to continue speaking, his microphone was cut off, leading to protests from Democratic members and a brief suspension of proceedings.
Political Reactions
Republicans defended Comer, stating that Frost was derailing the hearing with unnecessary attacks.
Democrats accused Comer of hypocrisy, arguing that similar comments about President Biden had been allowed in previous sessions.
Social media reaction was divided, with many sharing clips of the exchange and debating whether Comer overstepped his authority.
What Happens Next?
The hearing resumed after a short recess, but the exchange underscored the growing political divide within the committee.
Neither Comer nor Frost has issued an official statement following the clash, though the incident is likely to further fuel partisan tensions in Washington.