Tom Cole said "We have not adequately funded defense. He wants to increase that. I think that is a necessary thing to do." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 27, 2017

We have not adequately funded defense. He wants to increase that. I think that is a necessary thing to do.

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Tom Cole

Republican · Oklahoma

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Editor's note · Context

Supporting increased defense funding while discussing budget proposals.

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