On the recordApril 24, 2007
It is usual generally traditional that speakers receive individual briefings from individuals like General Petraeus.
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Steny Hoyer comments on the tradition of congressional briefings, addressing Speaker Pelosi's absence from a meeting with General Petraeus.
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