WASHINGTON, D.C. –U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following statement on Charles Murray testifying as one of the Republican witnesses ahead of today's Joint Economic Committee hearing:

“I am deeply disappointed that my Republican colleagues chose to invite a witness to testify who has questioned the intelligence of minorities and women. This is beyond offensive and out of touch. While the topic of social capital is important, giving someone like Mr. Murray a platform is irresponsible. We should instead have a productive discussion focused on making sure that all Americans have a fair shot at getting ahead.”