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On the recordDecember 1, 2011
I would be happy to do so. I know we have a vote in 5 minutes, and I want the distinguished Senator from Illinois to have an opportunity to speak. Mr. McCAIN. These questions are for either Senator. Is it true that in this legislation, there is a national security waiver, that the President can waive the provisions of this bill if he feels it is in the national interest? Also, how do you respond to the argument being put forward that this could destroy the world's financial system if this legislation would be put into effect?
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Bob Menendez
Democratic · New Jersey

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