Politics & Government

Moran Calls for Accelerated U.S. Troop Withdrawal from Afghanistan

Congressman visited Afghanistan-Pakistan region in February.

U.S. Rep. Jim Moran, D-Va., called for the accelerated withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan on Monday from the House floor.

"Ultimately, Afghanistan's future will be determined by Afghans, not Americans," Moran said.

Moran traveled to the Afghanistan-Pakistan region Feb. 18 to 26 as part of the bipartisan House Democracy Partnership, according to a news release.

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"During the visit, the delegation worked with counterparts in the respective parliaments to deepen bilateral relations with a focus on strengthening democratic institutions in the Middle East region," the release states.


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