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Patrick Leahy: “The fact is, they are a distinct entity within homeland security. We have carved out that distinct entity for the Secret…”

On the recordOctober 7, 2004
The fact is, they are a distinct entity within homeland security. We have carved out that distinct entity for the Secret Service because of their law enforcement role.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Discussing the role of the Secret Service within homeland security.

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