On the recordMay 21, 2003
I don't think the American people think too much of the idea that we're taking our highway money and spending it in Canada or Mexico.
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Trent Lott
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congress.govEditor's note · Context
Lott expresses concern over U.S. highway funds being used in other countries.
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