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Ron Johnson: “By 1948, they were down to 11.4% [of GDP].”

Featuring: Ron Johnson, Republican | U.S. Senate, Wisconsin

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Senator Ron Johnson on the Senate showdown over Trump's Big Beautiful Bill | All-In Interview

Published | Video Starts at 48:13

In my column, I pointed out our forefathers. The greatest generation, responsible leadership entered World War II spending about 11.7%, ramped it up to 41% during the war. By 1948, they were down to 11.4% [of GDP]. So it's entirely possible. But you need leadership. I need the President of the United States. By the way, I've been in the White House with him. (48:13–48:17)

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