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On the recordMarch 22, 2023
I want to make it clear. We are not talking about trying to reduce benefits in Medicare or Social Security for our seniors.
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Mike Crapo
Republican · Idaho

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Crapo clarifies that negotiations won't affect Medicare or Social Security benefits.

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