Orrin Hatch: “We have had this situation arise where it looks like the IRS is being misused and that some people have acted improperly…”

This is a long-overdue nomination.

for more than four decades, I have had the distinct privilege of serving in the United States Senate--what some have called the world's greatest deliberative body. Speaking on the Senate floor, debating legislation in committee, corralling…

It is disappointing the ranking member feels a need to question a statement that I made during the hearing.

the Finance Committee has worked with the Treasury Department to ensure proper responsiveness to committee inquiries. We are continuing to review these matters to determine what further oversight is required.