“The tariffs raised prices for families and contributed to core inflation.”

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On the recordMay 16, 2016
This provision would decrease morale among VA's workforce, disadvantage high-performing SES employees, and could prevent VA from attracting and retaining top talent committed to serving veterans.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
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presidency.ucsb.edu

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Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 4974 - Military Construction and Veterans Affairs

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