Harry Truman: “I urgently request the Congress to give him its support by enacting…”

On the recordFebruary 13, 1952

I urgently request the Congress to give him its support by enacting this necessary legislation.

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Special Message to the Congress Requesting That the Special Assistant to the Attorney General Be Given the Power of Subpoena.

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