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Joni Ernst: “Before giving out another cent, Washington needs to first verify the applicant is actually eligible for assistance…”

On the recordJune 15, 2026
Before giving out another cent, Washington needs to first verify the applicant is actually eligible for assistance, while also ensuring the beneficiary isn’t on the do-not-pay list," Ernst continued.
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Joni Ernst
Republican · Iowa
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dailycaller.com
Jun 15, 2026

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the need for verification before government assistance.

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