Rep. Jamaal Bowman pulls fire alarm ahead of funding bill vote
In a statement, Bowman said that he was "rushing to make" the vote and "came to a door that is usually open for votes but today would not open."
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In a statement, Bowman said that he was "rushing to make" the vote and "came to a door that is usually open for votes but today would not open."
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