President's son-in-law says Mueller investigation and media "speculation" had a "much harsher impact" than Russia "buying a couple Facebook ads."
Among those denied security clearances who were later approved are Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump.
Cummings suggested that the practice is in violation of the Presidential Records Act.
The White House this week refused an official request from the House Oversight Committee.
"Making false statements or omitting material info on SF-86 security form is punishable by up to 5 years in prison."
Fox News “makes money by enraging Americans,” Mayer says. “It’s very much the same model that Trump has to keep his base engaged.”
“This is what grifters do“
Only in "highly unusual cases" does the president weigh in to grant a topsecret security clearance.
'Number of Rejections That Were Overruled by Trump Nominee Was Unprecedented'
Jared Kushner expected to be a top target.
Trump can't stop asking if Pence is loyal. Is he on the chopping block next?
Is President Trump is using the reputation and good name of America to defend a state-sanctioned murder?
"Why are we now doing ‘Kanye Week’?"
'He’s a Major Nat Sec Threat to the US'
It's not clear if any actual prison reform experts will attend Wednesday's meeting or dinner party.