Patrick Leahy actually said...

This is an honest and clean request that avoids previous gimmicks to eliminate popular programs like CDBG and HOME as a budgetary offset because, frankly, these are hugely popular programs that create real change in communities that have experienced the toughest of times.

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Leahy defends the budget request, emphasizing the importance of popular housing programs.

06/09/2021

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