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Roger Wicker: “However, the President's proposed budget seeks to reduce Marine Corps end strength by 20,000 marines and delay or defer…”

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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