On the recordJanuary 2, 2017
The U.S. military presence in Afghanistan should be based on our national security interests, on the advice of our commanders, and on the facts on the grounds.
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congress.govTodd Young: “The U.S. military presence in Afghanistan should be based on our national security interests, on the advice of our…”
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Senator Young emphasizes the importance of aligning military presence with national security interests.
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