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Angus King: “$100 million for a $58 billion asset base is an insult to the people of the United States.”

On the recordApril 17, 2023
$100 million for a $58 billion asset base is an insult to the people of the United States.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Senator King criticizes the inadequate budget for maintenance compared to the asset value.

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