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Leon Panetta: The purpose of those briefings is to build support with the Senate and with the Congress.

On the recordJanuary 7, 2020
The purpose of those briefings is to build support with the Senate and with the Congress.
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Leon Panetta
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Panetta emphasizes the importance of gaining congressional support during national security briefings.

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