Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 3, 2016
If the Taliban were in charge of Afghanistan tomorrow, would our Homeland be threatened?
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham questions the potential threat to the U.S. if the Taliban regain control.

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