We have a deal. I ask unanimous consent that the Senator from Alabama be recognized for 5 minutes, the Senator from California be recognized for 10 minutes, and the Senator from West Virginia for whatever time he needs. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator from Alabama.
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