27 episodes
Quick Insights on Congressional Investigations Mayer Brown
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“Quick Insights on Congressional Investigations” is an interview series hosted by Mayer Brown partners Michael Levy and Andrew Olmem, who unpack the nuanced complexities underlying congressional investigations and provide guidance on how companies can manage and minimize the impacts. The series delves into the nuts-and-bolts and strategic questions surrounding congressional investigations and provides tips to protect corporate interests during these crises. Each episode is short—approximately 5 minutes—and tackles one question relating to congressional investigations.
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How Will Regulators View Congressional Investigations?
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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What are the Differences Between House and Senate Investigations?
In this episode, Michael and Andrew explore the important differences between House and Senate investigations.
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An Insider's View: Can the Minority Effectively Conduct Oversight Investigations? (with Special Guest Jessica Donlon)
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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A View of Congressional Investigations from Both Ends of Pennsylvania Avenue (with Special Guest Jessica Donlon)
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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Can Congress Obtain Confidential Materials Provided to Federal Regulatory and Enforcement Agencies?
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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What Confidentiality Protections Apply to Documents Provided to Congress?
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.