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On the recordFebruary 8, 2017
We are the committee that authorizes force. We have a lot at stake as to how we can protect our country against the actions that Russia has taken.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin highlights the committee's responsibility in authorizing military action against Russia.

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