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Angus King: “Melanie Junkins was one of the millions of Americans who has selflessly served our country, putting her own interests…”

On the recordNovember 12, 2026
Melanie Junkins was one of the millions of Americans who has selflessly served our country, putting her own interests aside in pursuit of the greater American good.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine
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Senator King honors veteran Melanie Junkins.

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