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Kilbourn v. Thompson 103 U.S. 168 (1880) was a United States Supreme Court case that dealt with the question whether or not the United States House of Representatives may compel testimony. Hallet Kilbourn was subpoenaed to testify before a Special Committee established by the House of Representatives to investigate the bankruptcy of Jay Cooke & Company. Though he appeared he refused to answer any questions and did not tender requested documents. John G.