Rep. Garbarino's Statement on January 6th Commission

Statement

WASHINGTON - Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino issued the following statement following the vote to establish a National Commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the United States Capitol Complex:

"Earlier this week, I voted in favor of the only bi-partisan commission to investigate the events of January 6th. This is not a Republican or Democrat issue, but a pro-law enforcement issue. I came to Congress committed to restoring respect for law and order, as well as our men and women in blue. I stand with our law enforcement community and that includes the Capitol Police. Over 140 police officers were injured that day from both the USCP and the Metropolitan Police Department, and others lost their lives. They deserve answers.

There are many unanswered questions surrounding the events of January 6th. I look forward to hearing why Speaker Pelosi decided to ban Capitol visitors and have congressional staff work from home while having every entrance in the Capitol Complex remain open. This commission is the only commission that will give Republicans a seat at the table and make sure Speaker Pelosi does not go on a political witch hunt. Republicans and Democrats will have equal oversight of the investigation, making it the best opportunity to secure answers and prevent anything like this from happening in our country again. You can't be pro-law enforcement and anti-commission. This commission is pro-law enforcement."

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