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John McCain: We were shocked to--or at least surprised to learn that none of the Service Chiefs have had a conversation with the…

On the recordSeptember 21, 2016
We were shocked to--or at least surprised to learn that none of the Service Chiefs have had a conversation with the President of the United States.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain expresses surprise over lack of communication between military leaders and the President.

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