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Chris Van Hollen: “But, Mr. Chairman, I agree with your statements that cutting this account by $700 million, along with the others, is a…”

On the recordApril 23, 2018
But, Mr. Chairman, I agree with your statements that cutting this account by $700 million, along with the others, is a real retreat.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Van Hollen expresses concern over significant budget cuts for humanitarian aid.

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