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A reply from Heather Wilson ?
Monday, October 17, 2005 4:39 PM -0400
Dear Fejer Family,
Thank you for contacting me with your concerns about President Clinton and the Independent Counsel's investigation. Residents of the 1st Congressional District and every corner of New Mexico have called, written and e-mailed me their views about this most serious issue. I appreciate having your opinions as well.
After careful review, the majority of members on the House Judiciary Committee recommended that an official investigation begin to determine whether sufficient grounds exist to impeach President Clinton. On October 8, 1998, the full House of Representatives voted on a resolution to allow the Judiciary committee to begin this investigation, with both the Chairman and the Ranking Minority Member given equal powers to subpena witnesses. All but five members of Congress voted to conduct a formal investigation. It is important to note that this resolution only authorizes an inquiry by the House Judiciary Committee. Only after the Committee's inquiry is completed will there be an opportunity by the full House of Representatives to decide on the actual matter of impeachment. Tthe Chairman of the Judiciary Committee, Henry Hyde, has repeatedly stated his desire for a fair, open, and swift investigation.
As the Judiciary Committee undertakes its investigation, I wish to assure you that I will make every effort to exercise my independent judgement based on the facts, the laws and the Constitution which I have sworn to protect and defend. This is an onerous responsibility that has been thrust upon us, and I will proceed deliberately and thoughtfully, trying to do what is best for the country.
Again, thank you for contacting me, and please do not hesitate to contact me in the future regarding issues that are important to you.
Again, thank you for contacting me. Please continue to contact me about issues that are important to you. While I commute from my home in Albuquerque to Washington D.C., for voting and committee hearings, you can always check my web site for upcoming community events to find where you can catch me around town.
Sincerely,
Heather Wilson
Member of Congress ¶ 18.10.05
