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On the recordMay 21, 2019
I said that this is more than a question of resources. Congress has been more than willing to provide resources and to work with you, Mr. Secretary, to address these security and humanitarian concerns.
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Lauren Underwood
Democratic · Illinois

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Underwood reiterates Congress's commitment to addressing the humanitarian crisis.

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