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John Cornyn: I am advised Mexico Government officials were not advised by the Department of Justice or the Bureau of Alcohol…

On the recordFebruary 15, 2012
I am advised Mexico Government officials were not advised by the Department of Justice or the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms about this 'Fast and Furious' program.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

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Cornyn raises concerns about the lack of communication regarding the 'Fast and Furious' program.

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