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Michael Waltz: Cutting defense spending below the rate of inflation will mean combatant commanders... will not have the resources and…

On the recordApril 19, 2021
Cutting defense spending below the rate of inflation will mean combatant commanders... will not have the resources and capabilities they need.
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Michael Waltz
Republican · Florida

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Criticizing proposed defense budget cuts that could hinder military effectiveness.

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