It will not be able to intervene unless it is clear that national authorities cannot, or will not, punish alleged wrongdoers.

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If that were the case here, it is my view that the alleged obstruction of justice and perjury would not be prosecuted by a responsible United States Attorney.

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"The Commission believes that it is not liable for the alleged damages and that the court will conclude that the action must be rejected, " a spokeswoman said.

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