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On the recordJune 16, 2021
I may have differing views on the appropriate size of the defense budget, but Secretary Austin, I would just like to give you a chance to explain why this top line is the right amount.
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Tammy Baldwin
Democratic · Wisconsin

Editor's note · Context

Senator Baldwin questions Secretary Austin about the defense budget.

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