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On the recordFebruary 19, 2025
when the Pentagon cannot complete an independent audit, we should cut military spending by 8% a year over the next five years.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Sanders advocates for military budget cuts due to Pentagon's inability to complete audits.

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