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James Lankford: “I think Congress is correct in wanting some kind of check or watchdog to make sure that there are not abuses when these…”

On the recordMarch 1, 2022
I think Congress is correct in wanting some kind of check or watchdog to make sure that there are not abuses when these things happen.
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James Lankford
Republican · Oklahoma

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Lankford supports congressional oversight to prevent misuse of bonuses.

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