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Jason Chaffetz: The role of Congress is to protect and defend the United States Constitution and personal liberties provided to American…

On the recordMay 16, 2012
The role of Congress is to protect and defend the United States Constitution and personal liberties provided to American citizens under the Fourth Amendment.
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Jason Chaffetz
Republican · Utah

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Chaffetz emphasizes Congress's duty to uphold constitutional rights.

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