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On the recordJuly 3, 2026
With control of the House, we can call hearings, conduct depositions, use subpoenas to compel the appearance of witnesses and the production of documents, if necessary, and pass bills that root out corruption to make sure the government is serving the needs of the people.
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Jamie Raskin
Democratic · Maryland

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Raskin outlines the powers of the House if Democrats win.

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