Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 18, 2009
We are a legislative committee. We are not the FBI. We are not the Justice Department. We are not the judge; we are not the jury.
Said by
Tom Carper
Democratic · Delaware

Editor's note · Context

Senator Carper emphasizes the committee's legislative role, distinct from law enforcement.

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