James Clapper actually said...

I think it's going to be probably have a very -- to put it mildly, a chilling effect on any future whistleblower's willingness to come forward with reports of wrongdoing.

Context

Clapper expresses concern that the President's comments could deter future whistleblowers.

09/25/2019

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