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On the recordFebruary 25, 2020
I am deeply concerned about the precedent being set by the Secretary's submission to the Administration's political agenda.
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Martin Smith
Democratic · Washington

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Smith expresses concern over Secretary Esper's actions undermining Congressional authority.

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