The impact of these cuts would be "devastating" and "catastrophic," leading to a hollow force and inflicting serious damage to our national defense.
Rob Portman: “The impact of these cuts would be "devastating" and "catastrophic," leading to a hollow force and inflicting serious…”
On the recordMarch 19, 2012
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Portman emphasizes the severe consequences of budget cuts on national defense.
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