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“No more excuses: As soon as Democrats hold a trifecta, protecting voting rights must be at the top of the agenda.”
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On the recordFebruary 22, 2021
Should there be changes in the process or changes in the chain of command in an emergency situation to enable the National Guard?
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Angus King
Independent · Maine
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Senator King questions the need for changes in emergency response procedures for the National Guard.

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