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Jon Tester: “I think it does not behoove this Administration and it surely doesn't behoove our economy not to have those ports open.”

On the recordMarch 29, 2023
I think it does not behoove this Administration and it surely doesn't behoove our economy not to have those ports open.
Said by
Jon Tester
Democratic · Montana

Editor's note · Context

Tester emphasizes the importance of keeping ports open for the economy.

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