Mr. Tavenner. Mr. Chairman, I am inclined to think that the witness, by the answers he has given, has opened the door for examination of what he knows about Communist Party activities during the period when he was a member. Therefore, I request that the chairman direct the witness to answer.
Mr. Moulder. The Chair directs the witness to answer the question.
(The witness confers with his counsel.)
Mr. Carlson. Will you restate the question?
Mr. Tavenner. Will you read the question, please?
(The pending question was read by the reporter.)
(The witness confers with his counsel.)
Mr. Carlson. I invoke the fifth amendment, Mr. Chairman.
Mr. Tavenner. How many people composed the group or branch of the Communist Party to which you belonged?
(The witness confers with his counsel.)