Goodell Declines Testimony Amid Scrutiny of Past NFL Leadership and Congressional Questions
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell declined to testify before Congress amid scrutiny of past statements made under oath during previous hearings. The decision comes as lawmakers examine whether his previous testimonies were truthful.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has declined to testify before Congress as lawmakers scrutinize his past statements amid concerns that the Sports Broadcasting Act may have harmed competitive balance in sports. The House Judiciary Committee had invited him to address the issue, but he will instead send a written statement. This decision comes after Goodell's previous testimony was criticized for being vague and evasive. His refusal to testify has sparked questions about his willingness to be transparent with Congress.
