Ethics Panel Swings into Action in Massa Case

The House ethics committee intensified its inquiry into allegations involving ex-Rep. Eric Massa (D-N.Y.) on Wednesday, announcing an investigative subcommittee and immediately interviewing at least one Democratic leader.
A Democratic source confirmed Wednesday that Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) participated in a “voluntary” interview before the subcommittee. The source said Hoyer was not subpoenaed to appear.
But it remained to be seen Wednesday night what other Members or aides – or potentially Massa himself – the subcommittee will invite, or potentially subpoena, for testimony and documents.
Prior investigative subcommittee queries suggest the panel could issue dozens of subpoenas, if it has not already done so.

Read more: (Jennifer Yachnin, “Ethics Panel Swings into Action in Massa Case,” Roll Call, 04/22/10)