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Tom McClintock: Ultimately, Congress needs to reestablish itself, not government agencies, as the main driver of Federal policy.

On the recordMarch 9, 2023
Ultimately, Congress needs to reestablish itself, not government agencies, as the main driver of Federal policy.
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Tom McClintock
Republican · California

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McClintock calls for Congress to regain its legislative authority over federal policy.

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