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On the recordApril 4, 2022
I think it`s our responsibility to refer that to the Department of Justice. Even if they already know, even if 10 other charges or sets of circumstances have made that determination, I think it`s within the responsibility of our committee if we should find that evidence that we do refer it.
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Elaine Luria
Democratic · Virginia
Source
msnbc.com

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Elaine Luria emphasizes the committee's duty to refer any criminal activity to the Department of Justice, regardless of existing knowledge or pressures.

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