Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 5, 2015
I am afraid to take away some of the discretion at the higher levels at the State Department.
Said by
Bob Menendez
Democratic · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Menendez expresses concern about limiting discretion in the State Department's decision-making.

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