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Laurel Lee: “The role of Congress in elections is secondary: to provide oversight and to support the States in their efforts.”

On the recordMay 23, 2023
The role of Congress in elections is secondary: to provide oversight and to support the States in their efforts.
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Laurel Lee
Republican · Missouri

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Clarifying Congress's supportive role in election administration.

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