Veronica Escobar: “Judges will also attest to the fact that Congress needs to…”

“If you all haven't received outreach from lawyers in your districts, I would be surprised. My team and I have certainly heard from the defense bar in my district. We've also heard that the Judges will also attest to the fact that Congress needs to do its job and fund this. So I am delighted to know that there is bipartisan support for this amendment. I would really, really encourage other colleagues to join in that bipartisan support.” (02:03–02:11)

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