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Cord Byrd: I concur with the remarks of the distinguished chairman and I support the interest of the Senator from Rhode Island in…

On the recordJuly 24, 2003
I concur with the remarks of the distinguished chairman and I support the interest of the Senator from Rhode Island in establishing an investigative presence in his State. There is no substitute for having investigators and special agents on the ground who are closely familiar with the ports of entry and organizations they are required to monitor.
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Cord Byrd
Florida

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Supporting the establishment of an investigative presence in Rhode Island.

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