On the recordSeptember 5, 2023
What this senator is doing is he is imposing his will to prevent the leaders from progressing, meaning he's weakening our readiness.
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transcripts.cnn.comWhat this senator is doing is he is imposing his will to prevent the leaders from progressing, meaning he's weakening our readiness.
Cohen criticizes Senator Tuberville for his actions that he believes are harming military readiness.
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