On the recordFebruary 12, 2019
Election security is a National security issue that must transcend party politics, because it requires a unified effort to protect America's elections.
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congress.govElection security is a National security issue that must transcend party politics, because it requires a unified effort to protect America's elections.
Emphasizes the importance of bipartisan efforts in election security.
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