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José E. Serrano: “I understand that and I respect the gentleman's comments, but that is precisely the reason why Congress established an…”

On the recordAugust 4, 1999
I understand that and I respect the gentleman's comments, but that is precisely the reason why Congress established an independent, nonpartisan Office of Special Counsel. I think that one of the things we have to decide around here is if we are going to take their work seriously. I would hope that, while the gentleman and his committee, sir, have the right to look at this, that we allow for this Special Counsel to first tell us not only about this case, but in general what is going on so that we can all take action together. I am sure that the gentleman will not be alone if this is not as it should be.
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José E. Serrano
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the role of the Office of Special Counsel in relation to congressional oversight.

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