Carl Levin
American politician, U.S. Senator
Born
June 28th, 1934
91 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a U.S. Senator from Michigan for 36 years, representing the state from 1979 to 2015. Played a significant role in various legislative efforts, focusing on defense, environmental issues, and economic policies. Chaired the Senate Armed Services Committee, where oversight of military operations and defense policy was prioritized. Advocated for government transparency and accountability throughout his tenure.
Served as Chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee
Led investigations into the U.S. response to the September 11 attacks
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