Statement : Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
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"The mission of the Justice Department is vast and broad. There is no shortage of topics I know we will discuss here today: enforcing and upholding the rule of law; support for State, local, and tribal law enforcement; combatting drug trafficking networks to keep dangerous narcotics out of our communities; defense of our national security and mitigation of emerging foreign and domestic threats, including cyber threats. I know we’ll hear of the critical tasks the Department is carrying out, including preservation of civil liberties and support for free and fair elections; protection of vulnerable populations exposed to domestic and community violence; and safeguarding our commerce and economy."
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"I am proud of the strong funding increase we provided in last year’s Appropriations Act for the work of the Inspector General, and I look forward to hearing how those investments will be applied to continue the important oversight work of the IG across the Department of Commerce."
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"The Inspector General occupies a unique position, with responsibility to oversee the operation and performance of the Department of Justice, and promote the Department’s integrity, efficiency, and accountability."