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On the recordMarch 7, 2023
Do you think Phil Washington could come anywhere close to Acting Administrator Nolen's expertise and knowledge? I think the honest answer would have to be no.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas
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Cruz questions the qualifications of Phil Washington compared to Acting Administrator Nolen.

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