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Tom McClintock: “What he called for was for the Senate to reform its closure rule on fiscal bills that has completely gridlocked…”

On the recordMay 2, 2017
What he called for was for the Senate to reform its closure rule on fiscal bills that has completely gridlocked Congress' ability to control spending.
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Tom McClintock
Republican · California

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McClintock emphasizes the need for Senate reform to address spending issues.

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