Washington—Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chairman Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) released the following statement in reaction to a report alleging a connection between the American Psychological Association and the CIA detention and interrogation program:

“I’m troubled by the report described in the New York Times alleging a direct link between the American Psychological Association and the officials who ultimately approved and conducted the detention and interrogation program.

“I understand an independent review has been commissioned by the APA and look forward to reviewing its conclusions. This is a stark reminder that torture can corrode every institution it touches, including medical and psychological professions.”

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