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Jodey Arrington: “We were so in the hole after four years of a president, not…”

Featuring: Jodey Arrington, Republican | U.S. House Texas, 19th Congressional District

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Jim McGovern Destroys Republicans Over Trump's Debt Explosion In A Fiery Speech | US Senate

Published | Video Starts at 10:49

Yes. Wouldn't you agree that it is irresponsible to spend another $60 billion in taxpayer dollars on Trump's war when you already have $75 billion available? No, sir. Because We were so in the hole after four years of a president, not just regard for our readiness, but for what our troops were focused on in terms of war fighting. That first hundred billion was to make up for four years. Thank God we put that additional monies to prepare for $75 billion. It hasn't been obligated yet. (10:49–11:02)

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Asserts that military readiness and focus were lacking after four years of a previous president.

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