Barton Votes to Hold Lerner in Contempt

Statement

Rep. Joe Barton released the following statement after voting Wednesday to hold Lois Lerner in Contempt of Congress:

"Lois Lerner can't have it both ways. I voted to hold her in contempt because once she decided to give an opening statement; she was obligated to answer questions. The American people deserve to hear what really happened at the IRS and why conservative groups were targeted. This action shows that this sort of government instituted political harassment can't and won't be tolerated in a free society. The Contempt of the U.S. House of Representatives is a serious matter and one that I don't take lightly, but there is no doubt the facts of this case warrant this action."

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