On the recordFebruary 29, 2012
According to the fiscal year 2013 budget, the Coast Guard will be at a five-year low for drug interdiction capability.
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congress.govJohn Rice Carter: “According to the fiscal year 2013 budget, the Coast Guard will be at a five-year low for drug interdiction capability.”
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Carter highlights concerns over reduced Coast Guard drug interdiction capabilities.
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