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On the recordMarch 13, 2008
one of the reasons that we find ourselves in this position is the discussion between both Houses of Congress and Members on either side regarding immunity. It is fascinating that we find ourselves in the position of debating giving immunity to people that we don't know what violations they have committed that we are giving them immunity for. Very strange. But I would ask the distinguished majority leader and the distinguished minority leader a very serious question: Who has the classified information? As I listened to both of you, I did not get clarity as to whether either of you know what is supposed to be that information. And if that person has classified information, at what level is it? Is it at top secret, or is it at secret? Can either of the distinguished gentlemen provide that information to this Member?
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Alcee Hastings
Florida

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Addressing the issue of immunity and classified information during a congressional debate.

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