After two decades and thousands of lives lost, $2 trillion later, we are leaving Afghanistan and nobody has a real sense of satisfaction.
Chris Van Hollen: “After two decades and thousands of lives lost, $2 trillion later, we are leaving Afghanistan and nobody has a real sense…”
On the recordJune 7, 2021
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Reflecting on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and its consequences.
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