witnesses

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At the congressional hearings on the president’s proposed Fed reforms, Glass lined up an array of witnesses to counter the reforms.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Though Porter became well-known for her blunt questioning of witnesses in Congress, her brusque style has not translated to broad support in California’s 2026 governor’s race.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Pati police chief Jaka told the BBC that authorities investigated the 2024 case and interviewed witnesses, but ran into "obstacles along the way" - including four victims who withdrew their statements.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

"Therefore, several witnesses withdrew their testimony at the time, citing concerns about their children's future."

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Every year there were half a dozen or more reports in similar vein, all by credible witnesses.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson