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On the recordFebruary 1, 2022
I guess what we need to know is that, first of all, we are taking care of Americans first.
Said by
Scott DesJarlais
Republican · Tennessee
Source
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Editor's note · Context

DesJarlais emphasizes prioritizing assistance for Americans in SNAP programs.

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