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Jared Huffman: I think Americans want to know that those that were responsible, the law breakers, are going to reimburse us, and that…

On the recordFebruary 29, 2016
I think Americans want to know that those that were responsible, the law breakers, are going to reimburse us, and that the taxpayers are not going to pick up the tab for this joy ride that these criminals took with public property.
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Jared Huffman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Huffman emphasizes accountability for damages caused by the Malheur occupation.

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