Political Quotes

John McCain: “If Congress approves a change in the law to allow long-term detention without trial in the United States, and also…”

On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
If Congress approves a change in the law to allow long-term detention without trial in the United States, and also approves the funding requested to purchase and improve detention facilities at Thomson, what is the timeline to begin detention operations at Thomson?
Said by
John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain questions the timeline for detention operations if Congress changes the law.

Share

More from John McCain

Aug 21, 2018

I have to recognize that it has been this body, this Senate Committee, very important Committee on Indian Affairs that has been helping us.

congress.gov
Aug 23, 2018

We owe each other our respect as long as our character merits respect.

transcripts.cnn.com
Jun 26, 2018

These are not just any jobs. These are well-paying jobs that keep a lot of people employed.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation