On the recordJuly 29, 2026
So far, he has failed to show the backbone needed to stand up to Donald Trump and protect the integrity of our elections.
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padilla.senate.govSo far, he has failed to show the backbone needed to stand up to Donald Trump and protect the integrity of our elections.
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