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Rigell Calls for Accountability From IRS and Administration

Statement

Date: May 13, 2013
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Taxes Government Operations Campaign Finance

Today Congressman Scott Rigell (VA-2) released the following statement regarding reports that the IRS targeted conservative groups:

"Reports that the IRS targeted specific organizations that advocate for smaller government and other conservative principles are beyond troubling. These actions validate the general level of distrust in government that these groups share. The irony is not lost on me that these groups are simply asking for accountability and transparency from the federal government -- two of the very principles that were violated by the IRS.

"Today, President Obama said this regarding the situation: 'I've got no patience with it, I will not tolerate it and we will make sure we find out exactly what happened on this.' Congress must ensure that the Administration follows through on that statement, and that appropriate oversight steps are taken.

"This is not a partisan issue. It's about requiring, indeed demanding, accountability from the federal government."


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