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On the recordJanuary 2, 2018
I hope you would agree with me that it is important to avoid any action that would create or appear to create a situation where U.S. Government resources are used to benefit the personal financial interests of U.S. Government officials, including the President.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin emphasizes the need for ethical standards to prevent conflicts of interest.

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