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On the recordFebruary 7, 2019
Congress is a coequal branch of government. We have a responsibility to conduct oversight. This is a responsibility we take very seriously.
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Jerry Nadler
Democratic · New York

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Nadler emphasizes Congress's role in oversight and the importance of accountability.

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