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Dan Burton: We are investigating a possible massive scheme, massive scheme of funneling millions of dollars in foreign money into…

On the recordJune 20, 1997
We are investigating a possible massive scheme, massive scheme of funneling millions of dollars in foreign money into the U.S. electoral system. We are investigating allegations that the Chinese Government at the highest levels decided to infiltrate our political system. We are investigating allegations of gross misuse of our national security structure including the national security council and the CIA. We are investigating the White House that became a frequent stop, a frequent stop for major donors with foreign ties who have now fled the country or taken the fifth amendment.
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Dan Burton
Indiana

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Discussing investigations into foreign influence in U.S. elections and national security during a House floor speech.

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