On the recordJune 6, 2023
But I'm also the only Member of Congress who actually conducted rescues myself of Americans out of Afghanistan, who spent 3 years of my life in Afghanistan, 7 years of my life in Iraq.
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congress.govBrian Mast: “But I'm also the only Member of Congress who actually conducted rescues myself of Americans out of Afghanistan, who…”
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Brian Mast emphasizes his personal experience in rescuing Americans from Afghanistan.
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