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Jeff Merkley
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Jeff Merkley is a Democratic Senator from Oregon.
Notable Quotes
"The President's so-called 'Golden Dome' is nothing more than a massive giveaway to defense contractors paid for entirely by working Americans."View Story →
"MacDonough determined that the security funding could not be passed under the fast-track budget process Republicans are using to avoid needing 60 votes in the Senate."View Story →
"While we expect Republicans to change this Bill to appease Trump, Democrats are prepared to challenge any change to this Bill."View Story →
"I expect Republicans to change the bill to appease Trump."View Story →
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May 17, 2026Trump's 'Golden Dome' will cost $1.2tn and might not stop all-out missile attack
That pricetag is nearly seven times higher than Trump's initial estimate, found an independent budget office.
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