Political Quotes

On the recordMay 25, 2022
There is no way you will ever convince me that going to about 2.5 to 2.6 percent of GDP on defense makes sense given the threats we face.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham criticizes proposed defense budget cuts amid rising threats.

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