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On the recordFebruary 25, 2025
The Afghan and Iraq wars declared by Republican Presidents added $8 trillion. If you look at this, two-thirds of what we owe were caused by the Republican side of the aisle. I represent a lot of Republicans, and I will tell you they are honest people and they will pay their taxes, but they don't like this excess. It is hurting America. The Republican budget is just a bonanza for billionaires. Shame on you. The CHAIR. Members are reminded to direct their comments to the Chair.
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Marcy Kaptur
Democratic · Ohio

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