Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 13, 2023
This hearing is purely intended to scare the public, to demonize immigrants, and to score cheap political points as we head toward that next election.
Said by
Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

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Swalwell criticizes the hearing as a political stunt rather than a serious inquiry.

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