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Paul Ryan: We’re ‘a nation at war’

By Kelly Cohen
Published May 23, 2016 1:47pm ET
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Paul Ryan: We’re ‘a nation at war’
"I applaud all those involved in this operation, particularly the men and women of our military, intelligence, and diplomatic services. We owe them a comprehensive strategy for winning the war on terrorism and the resources to execute that strategy," Ryan said. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik) | Andrew Harnik

House Speaker Paul Ryan applauded the death of a Taliban leader announced on Saturday, but said it is a reminder that the nation is at war.

“This strike is a reminder that we remain a nation at war,” the Wisconsin Republican said in a statement about the confirmed death of Taliban leader Mullah Mohammed Akhtar Mansour.

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