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Chris Murphy: “Since 1946, the Middle East and North Africa has received $372 billion of U.S. assistance.”

On the recordMay 30, 2023
Since 1946, the Middle East and North Africa has received $372 billion of U.S. assistance.
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Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Murphy provides a historical perspective on U.S. financial aid to the region.

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