Richard Blumenthal said "Much as we might be sympathetic to people with continuing alcohol problems, they shouldn't be at the top of our national-security structure." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordDecember 1, 2024

Much as we might be sympathetic to people with continuing alcohol problems, they shouldn't be at the top of our national-security structure.

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Blumenthal argues against Hegseth's suitability for defense secretary due to alcohol abuse concerns.

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