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Ilhan Omar: I think it sort of underscores that there is... on the part of Congress to exercise its powers fully to create…

On the recordMarch 22, 2021
I think it sort of underscores that there is... on the part of Congress to exercise its powers fully to create guardrails in this regard.
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Ilhan Omar
Democratic · Minnesota

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Omar emphasizes the need for Congress to establish regulations regarding military operations.

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