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    "content": "people of the Republic of Kenya. Any disrespect is disrespect, not only to the Senate, but also to the 40 million Kenyans. I continue to bring to the attention of this House, particularly Article 238(2)(a) of the Constitution which says:- “National security is subject to the authority of this Constitution and Parliament.” Mr. Speaker, Sir, this means that no Cabinet Secretary in charge of security or any actor in the security arena, can recuse himself of the responsibility to attend to any summons or respond to any queries of Parliament. This is because Parliament has direct authority under the Constitution on matters of national security. I find it sad, particularly when now there is a deliberate discussion on the reorganization of national security. Not only are they not able to provide security, but they are even unable to answer questions. This becomes quite frustrating for those of us who must represent our people effectively. Mr. Speaker, Sir, assert not only the authority of the Senate, but that of Parliament in its totality on matters of national security."
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