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Joseph Morelle: “I think Article 1 responsibilities and the role that is…”

Featuring: Joseph Morelle, Democratic | U.S. House New York, 25th Congressional District

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Congressman, let me just say this and then I'll yield back and the respectful one other people to be able to speak. I think this is a dangerous precedent. I think Article 1 responsibilities and the role that is vested in this committee to do oversight [are important]. and I'm a new member but I think this is really important not only for congressional integrity and congressional responsibilities and prerogatives for the American people. (56:13–56:20)

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Asserts the importance of Article 1 responsibilities and the committee's oversight role.

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