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2022-08-04 22:48:35 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 1722F54D9B37C9DA0B47BA4BE92AFD99
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Sen. Cruz previously supported the bill when it passed the Senate (84-14) back on June 16 where it already contained the alleged "budget gimmick." Veterans advocates say Republicans are "misrepresenting" and "lying" about the funding. https://www.militarytimes.com/news/burn-pits/2022/08/02/millions-of-vets-suffering-from-burn-pit-toxic-injuries-set-for-more-benefits-after-congress-passes-pact-act/ https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/Veterans-slam-Sens-Ted-Cruz-and-John-Cornyn-for-17343702.php
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