02/06/2019
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"I want to begin by restating my serious concern about the inadequacy of the administration's request for defense spending."
"However, Republicans will not allow the majority to ram through irresponsible spending and harmful policies."
"Unfortunately, the defense appropriation bill has fallen victim to partisan politics."
"As recent events have made clear, the transatlantic alliance remains critical to U.S. interests and to the security and defense of Europe."