Congressman Charles W. Boustany, Jr., MD, (R-South Louisiana) signed a letter calling for a congressional investigation into abortion provider Planned Parenthood's practices, specifically in the area of fetal tissue trafficking.
Last week, a shocking video surfaced of a Planned Parenthood official discussing harvesting organs and tissue from aborted fetuses. Pro-life groups have alleged this is proof that Planned Parenthood engages in the trafficking of fetal tissue and organs.
Last Wednesday, the House Energy & Commerce Committee and House Judiciary Committee announced they would launch a formal congressional investigation into this matter. The letter thanks the Commitees for this announcement and expresses support for the investigation.
Boustany said: "As a doctor, I'm shocked and disgusted by the video of a Planned Parenthood official that raises serious ethical questions about the organization's possible participation in fetal tissue trafficking. Not only is this practice illegal, it's barbaric and callous. The American people have a right to the truth behind this video. I'm demanding a congressional investigation into Planned Parenthood's practices, and my colleagues and I will fight to get to the bottom of this."