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On the recordApril 2, 2019
we believe in the rule of law, and we believe that there's an honor code in America, which is that you follow a process of traditions and customs.
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Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

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Swalwell discusses the importance of following legal processes before issuing subpoenas.

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