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On the recordFebruary 19, 2025
The weight of our power to advise and consent has never been lost on me.
Said by
Mitch McConnell
Republican · Kentucky
Source
bbc.com

Editor's note · Context

McConnell reflected on the Senate's role in confirming federal officials.

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