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Jim Risch: “For deterrence to be credible, it must be backed up by capability and political will to follow through on the threat.”

On the recordMay 14, 2024
For deterrence to be credible, it must be backed up by capability and political will to follow through on the threat.
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Jim Risch
Republican · Idaho

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Risch emphasizes the need for credible deterrence through military capability and political resolve.

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