Dr. Kevin O'Connor cited physician-patient privilege and the right against self-incrimination under the Fifth Amendment.

Republican members of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee balk at the refusal. Democrats say Congress should focus on the health of the people.

Former President Joe Biden’s personal physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a closed-door deposition on Wednesday. He refused to answer whether he was ever instructed to lie about Biden’s health or whether he believed the president was unfit for office.