Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 3, 2019
I am proud to shut down the border security. The people of this country don't want criminals and people that have lots of problems and drugs pouring into our country. So, I will take the mantle. I will be the one to shut it down. I'm not going to blame you for it.
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Donald Trump
Republican · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Trump takes responsibility for the government shutdown, stating he is proud to shut down border security.

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