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On the recordMay 21, 2024
What does it mean for the scope of Executive authority if national emergencies can be left open for long periods of time?
Said by
Maggie Hassan
Democratic · New Hampshire

Editor's note · Context

Senator Hassan questions the implications of prolonged national emergency declarations on Executive power.

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