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Transcript: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 27, 2025 • Apr. 27, 2025, 7:47 AM ET (CBS)
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Also Known As Cynthia Jeanne Bowers
Born January 28, 1947 (age 78) • Saint Charles • Missouri
Title / Office United States Senate (2009-), United States

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