Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. At the outset, I would also remind you that the Democratic Caucus is meeting and the President of the United States is speaking with them at the exact time that we are holding this hearing.
On the recordJuly 30, 2013
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Thompson acknowledges the absence of members due to a Democratic Caucus meeting with the President.
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