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On the recordMarch 22, 2023
I hope in the coming weeks we can have a sober conversation up here about the budget and deficits.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Van Hollen emphasizes the need for serious budget discussions amidst rising deficits.

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