Leader Schumer Floor Remarks On His Request For An All-Senators Classified Briefing On The Situation In The Middle East

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on his request for a classified briefing for all Senators to detail the ongoing situation in the Middle East. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here:

As the conflict in the Middle East continues, all of us are concerned for the safety of U.S. troops and citizens and America’s interests around the world.

For the information of my colleagues, I have requested a classified briefing on the situation in the Middle East, and I believe we will get one soon. I will keep my colleagues informed as more updates arise.

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