On the recordMarch 25, 2015
It is illegal to lie or make misrepresentation to Congress, whether you are sworn in or not.
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congress.govIt is illegal to lie or make misrepresentation to Congress, whether you are sworn in or not.
Thompson highlights the legal consequences of lying to Congress.
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