Henry Waxman: “I called a previous hearing of the committee a monkey court. I will call this the monkey wrench.”

The use of performance enhancing substance was pervasive for more than a decade, and that everyone in baseball -- the players, the union, the owners and the commissioner -- were responsible.

I hope this committee will initiate a detailed investigation examining this network of front groups and trade associations, determine who funds them and expose how they coordinate with industry.

It is not for the President to say or to obstruct congressional deliberations and investigations or other legitimate functions.

Sadly, this deadly habit begins with our kids. In many cases they become hooked quickly and develop a lifelong addiction that is nearly impossible to break.