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Ayanna Pressley: In tumultuous times like these, the critical role of congressional oversight cannot be overstated.

On the recordOctober 22, 2019
In tumultuous times like these, the critical role of congressional oversight cannot be overstated.
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Ayanna Pressley
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Pressley emphasizes the importance of congressional oversight during crises.

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