"It is irresponsible for this Congress to not investigate the President's lack of an exit strategy, and the fraud, waste, and abuse of U.S. tax dollars"
- Russ Carnahan
About this Quote
This quote by Russ Carnahan is calling out the Congress for their lack of activity in checking out the President's lack of an exit technique and also the abuse of U.S. tax bucks. Carnahan is implying that the Congress is being irresponsible by not acting to check out the President's activities. He is suggesting that the Congress should be checking out the President's absence of a leave technique and the abuse of U.S. tax bucks, as this is a serious issue that needs to be dealt with. Carnahan is advising the Congress to do something about it and also check out the President's activities in order to guarantee that U.S. tax bucks are being utilized responsibly which the President has an efficient leave method.
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