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John Garamendi: As long as that remains in effect, we will not have the opportunity for cargo for American ships.

On the recordMay 10, 2023
As long as that remains in effect, we will not have the opportunity for cargo for American ships.
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Garamendi criticizes the reduction of compelled cargo from 75% to 50%.

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