take our time. If you have any questions or if you do not understand one of our questions, please let us know. If you honestly do not know the answer to a question or do not remember it, it is best not to guess. Please give us your best recollection. It is okay to tell us if you learned information from someone else. If there are things you don't know or can't remember, just say so, and please inform us who, to the best of your knowledge, might be able to provide a more complete answer to the question.
Mr. Comey, you should also understand that, although this interview is not under oath, you are required by law to answer questions from Congress truthfully.
Do you understand that?
Mr. Comey. Yes, I do, sir.
Chairman Goodlatte. This also applies to questions posed by congressional staff in an interview.
Do you understand this?
Mr. Comey. Yes, sir.
Chairman Goodlatte. Witnesses who knowingly provide false testimony could be subject to criminal prosecution for perjury or for making false statements.
Do you understand this?
Mr. Comey. Yes, I do.
Chairman Goodlatte. Is there any reason you are unable to provide truthful answers to today's questions?
Mr. Comey. No, sir.
