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On the recordOctober 23, 2025
We should not be punishing federal employees for something they had nothing to do with. They’re not responsible. They’re innocent bystanders.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Van Hollen criticized the treatment of federal employees during the government shutdown.

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