Markwayne Mullin: “President Trump's leadership, he is rebuilding the Coast…”

“I'm wondering, is that adequate? What were they used for? And will you need additional funding for this? Thank you so much, Ernie. President Trump's leadership, he is rebuilding the Coast Guard and bringing it in to, to the force that needs to be to face today's threats. You know, we're investing roughly $24 billion across all aspects of the Coast Guard. They've been neglected, they've been a neglected force. That's our truly our first line to defense of the homeland right now.” (01:36–01:46)

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