Swiss attorney general is called for questioning in next stage of impeachment process

Swiss Attorney General Michael Lauber has been called in for questioning over how he handled an investigation into corruption surrounding world soccer body FIFA, a step towards his possible impeachment. "The judicial committee has decided to hear Attorney General Michel Lauber at its next meeting," the parliamentary committee said on Wednesday.

"It will then decide whether to open impeachment proceedings against him." The committee's next meeting is due to take place on May 20.

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