The person who is in charge, whoever it is, ought to be accountable to Congress at all times.
Susan Collins: “The person who is in charge, whoever it is, ought to be accountable to Congress at all times.”
On the recordMarch 29, 2011
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Emphasizes the need for accountability of leadership to Congress.
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