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Ben Cardin: “This is a direct affront to congressional input that you all thought was important.”

On the recordSeptember 25, 2017
This is a direct affront to congressional input that you all thought was important.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin expresses concern over lack of congressional oversight in decision-making.

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