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On the recordSeptember 21, 2021
I also cannot support the nomination of Jeffrey Prieto to serve as General Counsel of the EPA.
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Shelley Moore Capito
Republican · West Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Capito opposes Jeffrey Prieto's nomination due to concerns about environmental policies.

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