Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 28, 2024
I understand now that Republicans will not support a bipartisan border fix, that they are only interested in this issue remaining a political wedge issue.
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Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

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Senator Murphy expresses his belief that Republicans are unwilling to negotiate on border reform, preferring to use the issue for political leverage.

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