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Chris Van Hollen: I hear grave concerns that the signals we are sending are signals of retreat and of disengagement.

On the recordJune 12, 2017
I hear grave concerns that the signals we are sending are signals of retreat and of disengagement.
Said by
Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Expressing concerns about U.S. disengagement affecting allies' security.

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