On the recordAugust 11, 2016
Russia wants to get rid of ISIS. We want to get rid of ISIS. Maybe let Russia do it. Let them get rid of ISIS. What the hell do we care?
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Donald Trump suggests allowing Russia to handle ISIS.
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