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On the recordSeptember 11, 2023
The threat of terrorism against the United States is getting worse, not better.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham warns about increasing terrorism threats post-Afghanistan withdrawal.

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