Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 9, 2019
I think the United States Federal budget is on an unsustainable path.
Said by
Jerome Powell
Republican · District of Columbia

Editor's note · Context

Powell expresses concern over the unsustainable growth of federal spending compared to the economy.

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