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On the recordFebruary 23, 2025
This is insane. If you wonder why some of us think the rule of law is about to fall, it's this.
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Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Murphy criticizes Martin's claim that U.S. attorneys represent Trump, emphasizing the importance of the rule of law.

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