Republicans seem united on stripping out $1.8 billion for a new FBI headquarters.
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"I think the amount of money is still up in the air. I still think there's a need. But I'm hearing from my constituents -- whether it's my mayors, county judges, or hospitals that have had to defer elective surgery so that they are in significant financial strain or just individuals who have not been able to get back to work. I think there's definitely a need. But the amount I think is subject to debate," said Cornyn.
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stand near the flag-draped casket containing the body of late Democratic Representative from Georgia John Lewis, during a public viewing at the East Front steps of the Capitol, July 27, 2020. Meadows was also asked about why the FBI construction money was included in a virus crisis funding bill.
"I don't hear any support for that," Cornyn said,"I mean I've heard people float it, but I haven't heard any support for that."
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