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“Ultimately, my proposal isn't intended to increase or decrease the amount of federal spending spent on antipoverty programs.”

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Marco Rubio
Marco Rubio

Marco Rubio is an American politician who has served as a United States Senator from Florida since 2011. He is a member of the Republican Party and has been active in politics since his early twenties. Born on May 28, 1971, in Miami, Florida, Rubio has gained national recognition for his political career. more

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