On the recordOctober 4, 2017
I would encourage the administration to immediately stop issuing JADE Act waivers.
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congress.govI would encourage the administration to immediately stop issuing JADE Act waivers.
Engel urges for a halt on waivers for Burmese military members until violence stops.
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