The House voted to create a commission to investigate the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol despite opposition from GOP leaders who say it could be used as a political weapon ahead of the critical 2022 elections.

The measure, which passed 252-175 with substantial GOP support, calls for a 10-member panel appointed evenly by Republicans and Democrats, who would also share the power to issue subpoenas.

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