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On the recordJune 14, 2004
I again draw my colleague to paragraph B, United States-led combat missions that require routine engagement in direct combat, that implies that the uniformed people are in direct combat and the presence in a supporting role of contractors can often be the case unexpectedly in connection with naval vessels which are a matter of a moment's notice.
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Mark Warner
Democratic · Virginia

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Discussing the implications of U.S.-led combat missions and the role of contractors.

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