And you started your monologue by saying this was not going to be a protracted land battle with troops there for a long time. You're absolutely right. That is not going to happen [a protracted land battle with troops there for a long time]. But the president is acting decisively to take out real threats to the lives and safety of Americans. All right, well, Senator, it's great to see you as always. (07:21–07:29)
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Asserts that there will not be a prolonged military engagement with troops stationed for an extended period.
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