I've been with the president when he has met with the families. And he has expressed, I think incredibly, his sympathy, and his concern, and his love for the men and women who have sacrificed and their families.
John McCain
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John McCain was a prominent American politician and military officer who served as a United States Senator from Arizona from 1987 until his death in 2018. A member of the Republican Party, McCain was known for his bipartisan approach and commitment to national security. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he was a prisoner of war for over five years, an experience that shaped his political career and views on military and foreign policy.
Both Frist and McCain say they have enough votes in the full Senate to confirm him.
The position is too important to be left empty. They've painted Democrats as obstructionists.
Bolton's already been nominated -- already been confirmed four times by the Senate for other diplomatic posts. Why is this time different?
Bolton's already been confirmed four times by the Senate for other diplomatic posts. Why is this time different?
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