STATEMENT BY CONGRESSMAN MCCAUL, MEMBER OF THE HOUSE FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, ON THE CURRENT SITUATION IN EGYPT

"The Egyptian people have legitimate grievances that need to be addressed, and I urge President Mubarak to initiate democratic reforms leading to free and fair elections. The United States and the international community should provide continued support for peaceful interaction between Egypt's government and its people. However, we must also be mindful of extremist elements inside Egypt seeking to manipulate the current situation which might threaten a new, more democratic state. A stable Egypt is essential to the stability of the region and the national security of the United States."