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“No more excuses: As soon as Democrats hold a trifecta, protecting voting rights must be at the top of the agenda.”
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On the recordApril 24, 2018
I also echo Ranking Member Vela's frustration that the Trump administration continues to overlook critical staffing problems within CBP.
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Bennie Thompson
Democratic · Mississippi
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Thompson shares concerns about staffing issues in Customs and Border Protection.

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