Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 12, 2025
This is going to be the thing that makes our country really prosperous again, and this is going to be what pays down the $36 trillion in debt.
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Donald Trump
Republican · Florida

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Trump claims tariffs will boost prosperity and reduce national debt.

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