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On the recordJanuary 20, 2015
If we don't replace sequestration, our capability to deal with the National security threats you've described is greatly diminished.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham warns that budget cuts will weaken national security.

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