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Bennie Thompson: Before we begin today's hearing, I want to address misinformation my Republican colleagues are spreading, falsely…

On the recordJanuary 17, 2024
Before we begin today's hearing, I want to address misinformation my Republican colleagues are spreading, falsely alleging that Secretary Mayorkas is refusing to testify before this committee.
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Bennie Thompson
Democratic · Mississippi

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Thompson counters claims that Mayorkas is avoiding testimony.

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