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On the recordJune 12, 2025
In my time in the Senate I’ve never seen a Senator treated this way. [Senator Padilla] is carrying out his constitutional responsibility to conduct oversight and defend the people he represents.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

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Wyden expresses shock at Padilla's treatment during oversight duties.

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