Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Baird (IN-04) released the following statement on the partisan January 6^th Committee hearing:

“In the days following January 6th, Congress had the opportunity to launch a thorough and bipartisan investigation to assess weaknesses in our security systems,” said Congressman Baird.  “While I join everyone in gratitude for the bravery of our law enforcement officers—especially the United States Capitol Police—on January 6, 2022, I was disappointed by the movie production-like programming of Thursday evening. Unfortunately, Speaker Pelosi politicized the committee in its infancy, forgoing an investigation into the Capitol’s vulnerabilities in favor of one of leaked evidence and politicized subpoenas. The American people continue to struggle with record high gas prices and inflation rates, and families still do not have consistent access to baby formula for their infants. The House should be focused on delivering real long-term solutions for the problems currently facing Americans and ensuring that this preeminent branch of our Federal Government can function securely.”