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On the recordJanuary 20, 2016
Mr. Carson and Mr. Weiler, when you look at the current threats to our national security, do you see a strategic justification for the reduction of Army endstrength by 40,000 soldiers?
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Kelly Ayotte
Republican · New Hampshire

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Senator Ayotte questions the justification for reducing Army personnel amidst security threats.

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