When I read the article yesterday, I was shocked. I've never been to a Congressional office so I have no idea how large they are but I can't imagine 5,000 square feet. If the rent is $17,000 a month then who else would be paying but the taxpayers. How large is a Congressional budget? I certainly hope the lease is not for more than 2 years and if it is, it has an, "Early Termination Lease Clause."