Rep. Matt Gaetz introduces “PENCIL” resolution barring Adam Schiff from accessing classified information
Representative Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., on Thursday introduced the “Prevention of Extreme Negligence with Classified Information Licensing,” or PENCIL resolution, which would prevent Rep. Adam Schiff, D-California, from accessing any classified information.
“The resolution expresses the sentiment of the United States House of Representatives that Congressman Adam Schiff should not have access to classified information, should be investigated by the Ethics Committee of the House and should make his comments during any congressional proceedings regarding Russian collusion and the Trump campaign be officially stricken from the record,” Gaetz’s office said in a statement.
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Schiff’s position on the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence gave him access to classified documents, including those relating to former President Donald Trump’s first impeachment and the Select Committee on the Jan. 6 attack.
Representative-elect Matt Gaetz (R-FL) speaks with other elected members during the second day of the House Speaker elections at the U.S. Capitol on January 04, 2023 in Washington, DC.
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“Every member of Congress can access classified information by virtue of their election. Only the most egregious actions would warrant removal, and Adam Schiff has undoubtedly crossed the Rubicon,” Gaetz told TOU Digital. “Democrats have deliberately ignored the national security implications of members like Schiff misrepresenting and leaking classified information to the press.”
Schiff recently announced her candidacy to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstain, D-California, in the Senate.
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“We are in the fight of our lives for the future of our country. Our democracy is under attack from MAGA extremists, who care only about taking power and keeping it,” Schiff said in a statement launching his countryside.
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