In the ruling, Jackson gives a clear response: Yes, they definitely are.
“The primary takeaway from the past 250 years of recorded American history is that Presidents are not kings,” Jackson adds in the ruling.
“This means that they do not have subjects, bound by loyalty or blood, whose destiny they are entitled to control.
“Now that the court has ruled, I expect him to follow his legal obligations and promptly appear before the Committee,” Nadler added.
The Department of Justice, however, could put a dent in McGahn's plans to testify, as the Trump administration has already vowed to appeal the ruling.
“This decision contradicts longstanding legal precedent established by Administrations of both political parties,” the White House said in a statement.
“We will appeal and are confident that the important constitutional principle advanced by the Administration will be vindicated. »