On Tuesday, House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Mark E. Green, MD (R-TN) and Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Chairman August Pfluger (R-TX) released the following statements after reports that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will disband its so-called “Intelligence Experts Group” after massive public outcry, oversight by the Committee, and a lawsuit against the Biden administration:
“The fact that DHS so quickly disbanded the ‘Intelligence Experts Group’ following this Committee’s rigorous oversight work and a private lawsuit shows how much they fear Americans knowing the truth about their actions,” Chairman Green said. “DHS’ decision to appoint and empower individuals who spread the Russia collusion hoax shows the Biden administration’s disregard for the truth. This Committee will continue to root out any departmental effort that undermines the homeland security mission in favor of blatant partisan corruption—whether it takes the form of official boards or not.”
“I’m pleased to learn that DHS is disbanding the blatantly biased ‘Intelligence Experts Group,” Chairman Pfluger said. “This decision comes after extensive oversight efforts by our Committee, including actions to prevent the group from receiving federal funding and investigations into the group’s activities. Our efforts have led to not only the halt of the Experts Group but the dissolution of the radical ‘Disinformation Governance Board’ as well. We are committed to protecting the voices of Americans and ensuring DHS is focused on securing the homeland with impartiality and objectivity amidst ever-evolving threats.”
