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John Garamendi: I would be remiss in saying that the power of the purse lies with the Congress, not with the President.

On the recordOctober 21, 2019
I would be remiss in saying that the power of the purse lies with the Congress, not with the President.
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California

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Garamendi emphasizes Congress's constitutional power over budget appropriations.

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