Number: RL31650 Title: The Intelligence Community and 9/11: Congressional Hearings and the Status of the Investigation Authors: Richard A. Best, Jr., Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: Congressional intelligence committees launched an unprecedented Joint Inquiry to investigate the Intelligence Communitys record in regard to the 9/11 attacks and make recommendations for further legislation action. This report provides information on the Joint Inquiry, the analysis presented by the Staff Director, public testimony, committee findings, and possible issues relating to the appointment of and independent commission. Pages: 21 Date: Updated January 16, 2003