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John McCain: “I'm particularly concerned that the taxpayers' share of that first $1 billion over target cost is 60 percent, or $600…”

On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
I'm particularly concerned that the taxpayers' share of that first $1 billion over target cost is 60 percent, or $600 million.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain expresses concern over taxpayer burden due to cost overruns on a defense contract.

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