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Brian Schatz: “China came in not to do a similar program, but to literally…”

Featuring: Brian Schatz, Democratic | U.S. Senate from Hawaii

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A Conversation With Senator Brian Schatz

Published | Video Starts at 11:59

But the administration insists that US Is stronger than ever and that these cuts will not impede America's ability to have that influence. What's your take on that? China came in not to do a similar program, but to literally take over the program. And that is happening absolutely everywhere. And I don't know how much money we saved, maybe nothing by flying this person home, possibly pay them while they're furloughed. (11:59–12:05)

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Asserts that China is taking over programs previously run by the U.S.

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