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On the recordJuly 24, 2013
I believe it would actually be irresponsible to leave the Department of Homeland Security without a permanent Deputy Secretary.
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Lester Johnson
Republican · Wisconsin

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Johnson emphasizes the need for a permanent Deputy Secretary during the investigation.

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