Jason Smith: “I also want to thank Senator Shaheen for her kind words and leadership in the NATO Observers Group.”

For far too long, foreign influence and interference have plagued our tax-exempt sector.

It is clear the status quo is unacceptable. Tax-exempt status is a privilege, not a right.

Make no mistake: Compliance with a congressional subpoena isn't optional, and the Committee will use all tools it has available to investigate whether foreign actors are exploiting our tax code to sow chaos and create division.

Tax-exempt status is a privilege, not a right. When organizations that receive generous taxpayer-funded benefits refuse to comply with lawful congressional oversight about potential foreign influence, the American people have every right…