“We continue on a daily basis very successfully to degrade Iran’s ability to target ships.”
“We did a pause to try to get an agreement with the Iranian people to allow oil to flow without them attacking it.”
“One of the mistakes which some political analysts make is to think that their enemies should be our enemies.”
“The only reason why the U.S. is conducting strikes is against assets of Iran that are being used to attack global commercial shipping.”
“We cannot afford to leave Tennessee behind.”

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On the recordJanuary 17, 2024
It is our duty to be the voices of those who can't speak for themselves and to demand accountability on their behalf.
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Mark Green
Republican · Tennessee
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Stressing the responsibility to advocate for victims of border-related issues.

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