Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 28, 2020
I deeply worry about it. I am alarmed because of the polarization, in fact, the weaponization of national security for political purposes by this White House.
Said by
Richard Blumenthal
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Blumenthal expresses concern about the White House's influence on national security matters for political gain.

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