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On the recordApril 18, 2012
However, the President's proposed budget seeks to reduce Marine Corps end strength by 20,000 marines and delay or defer certain weapons system purchases.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Wicker discusses proposed budget cuts affecting Marine Corps personnel and equipment.

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