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Obama Cancels All White House Tours

U.S. Capitol Building Remains Open to the Public

Washington, March 6, 2013 | Jack Langer (202-225-2523)

Statement by Rep. Devin Nunes- "Ealier today I was notified that the Obama Administration has cancelled all White House tours effective Saturday, March 9, 2013, until further notice.  Administration officials attribute the decision to sequestration, an idea that originated in the White House.

The White House is the only tour that has been affected by sequestration. Though its operating budget was also cut by sequestration, Congress will continue its tours of the Capitol as usual. If you have requested any tour through my office besides the White House tour, please follow the instructions in your confirmation packet. My staff will keep you updated with any new information from the White House. I apologize for relaying this disappointing news, especially during our busy spring touring season."

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