On the recordDecember 27, 2018
I think it's disturbing the president of the United States is holding the American economy hostage.
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transcripts.cnn.comRuben Gallego: “I think it's disturbing the president of the United States is holding the American economy hostage.”
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Gallego comments on Trump's threats regarding the southern border and foreign aid, indicating concern over the economic implications.
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