Senator Bernie Sanders plans to pursue contempt charges against Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre for not appearing at a hearing following a subpoena.

Senator Bernie Sanders plans to pursue contempt charges against Ralph de la Torre, CEO of Steward Health Care, if he does not appear at a hearing on Thursday following a subpoena. Sanders seeks to question de la Torre regarding his substantial earnings amid the company's bankruptcy and hospital closures. De la Torre's lawyers assert that a federal court order prevents him from testifying during ongoing legal proceedings. Contempt charges could lead to fines or jail time, requiring a Senate vote.