Van Hollen Statement on Administration’s Decision to Bypass Congressional Arms Sale Approval

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) released the following statement regarding the Administration’s decision on Friday to waive Congressional review of an arms sale:

“Congressional review is a critical step for examining any large arms sale. The Administration’s decision to repeatedly short-circuit what is already a quick time frame for congressional review undermines transparency and weakens accountability. The public deserves answers.”