That is precisely what the precedent established today stands for. That is--we have effectively--by this vote that the Democrats forced through, not even allowing us to debate this--and this is why I raised a point of order--or this is why I made a motion that we go into closed session to discuss this, because we have now set a precedent that effectively--very arguably effectively immunizes from impeachment making a false statement to Congress.
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