Episodes

  • How Will Regulators View Congressional Investigations?

    How Will Regulators View Congressional Investigations?
    Dec 14 2021

    In this episode, Michael and Andrew discuss how regulators view congressional investigations, including exploring both the advantages and the risks to the regulatory agency in these investigations.
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    5 mins
  • What are the Differences Between House and Senate Investigations?

    What are the Differences Between House and Senate Investigations?
    Nov 22 2021

    In this episode, Michael and Andrew explore the important differences between House and Senate investigations.
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    5 mins
  • An Insider's View: Can the Minority Effectively Conduct Oversight Investigations? (with Special Guest Jessica Donlon)

    An Insider's View: Can the Minority Effectively Conduct Oversight Investigations? (with Special Guest Jessica Donlon)
    Nov 9 2021

    In this episode, part two of a discussion with special guest Jessica Donlon, Michael and Andrew explore whether the minority can effectively conduct congressional oversight. Jessica is minority general counsel at the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
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    5 mins
  • A View of Congressional Investigations from Both Ends of Pennsylvania Avenue (with Special Guest Jessica Donlon)

    A View of Congressional Investigations from Both Ends of Pennsylvania Avenue (with Special Guest Jessica Donlon)
    Oct 25 2021

    In this episode, Michael and Andrew are joined by special guest Jessica Donlon, who currently serves as the minority general counsel at the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. Together, they discuss how congressional investigations are conducted and explore both the differences and commonalities between Congress and the Executive Branch. They also delve into the tools each branch uses to assert its authority.
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    6 mins
  • Can Congress Obtain Confidential Materials Provided to Federal Regulatory and Enforcement Agencies?

    Can Congress Obtain Confidential Materials Provided to Federal Regulatory and Enforcement Agencies?
    Oct 12 2021
    In this episode, Michael and Andrew explore whether Congress can obtain confidential materials provided to federal regulatory and enforcement agencies. They address why Congress might request these materials. They also discuss how the different agencies treat and protect these materials.
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    6 mins
  • What Confidentiality Protections Apply to Documents Provided to Congress?

    What Confidentiality Protections Apply to Documents Provided to Congress?
    Sep 28 2021
    In this episode, Michael and Andrew explore the risks of turning over confidential, sensitive or proprietary information to Congress, as this material is vulnerable to public disclosure. However, there are practical considerations that create incentives for Members of Congress and their staff to protect documents provided in confidence. It is important to carefully consider the steps that need to be taken in order to safeguard confidential information in advance of production.
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    9 mins
  • Can Congress Investigate the Same Matter that a Regulator is Investigating?

    Can Congress Investigate the Same Matter that a Regulator is Investigating?
    May 10 2021
    In this episode, Michael and Andrew examine the challenging situation that arises when companies or individuals face concurrent congressional and regulatory investigations. Managing multiple investigations simultaneously can introduce significant complexity because Congress and executive branch agencies conduct their investigations under different constitutional authorities, for different purposes, pursuant to different rules and procedures. This episode focuses on strategies to improve the overall outcome while managing often competing risks.
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    7 mins
  • What is the Role of Staffers in Congressional Investigations (and How Should you Deal with Them)?

    What is the Role of Staffers in Congressional Investigations (and How Should you Deal with Them)?
    Apr 27 2021
    In this episode, Michael and Andrew delve into one of the least understood aspects of congressional investigations: the vital role that staffers play and best practices for engaging with them to help shape investigations from the outset.
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    7 mins