On the recordMarch 29, 2011
To comply with the New START treaty, the Air Force will draw down the number of nuclear-capable bombers.
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Ben Nelson
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congress.govTo comply with the New START treaty, the Air Force will draw down the number of nuclear-capable bombers.
Senator Nelson discusses compliance with the New START treaty regarding nuclear-capable bombers.
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