"He thought what was more important was that deficits fall below growth as a percentage of GDP -- certainly a laudable goal, but I think the federal government, like any business or any family, needs to work towards a balanced budget, " Rep. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, said afterward.

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From there, Rep. John Boozman, R-Arkansas, proceeded to argue that he would support Israeli bombing of Iran.

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Tim Hutchinson, R-Arkansas, who is seeking re-election this year.

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