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On the recordFebruary 16, 2025
I am glad Mr. Homan is checking with the Department of Justice to familiarize himself with the limits of his agency’s authority...
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Democratic · New York
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alternet.org

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Ocasio-Cortez responds to Homan, emphasizing the importance of understanding legal rights.

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