Mr. Chairman, you mentioned that they already can't use this money, but actually here's an article from Military.com that the Pentagon diverted $1 billion from army barracks to fund border mission. Now, They did end up replenishing [the $1 billion diverted from army barracks], but the idea that they could do this again and not replenish it is available to them unless we specifically say in law that they can't. Which is all I'm saying that we should do. Thank you. This Chairman yield back. Chair now recognizes gentleman from Wisconsin, Mr. Van Orton. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. (07:29–07:39)
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Asserts that the Pentagon replenished the diverted funds but could potentially divert funds again without replenishment unless legally restricted.
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