On the recordJuly 6, 2016
When we tell the terrorists around the world if you get caught you'll get released while the war is still going on, we encourage their recruitment.
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congress.govWhen we tell the terrorists around the world if you get caught you'll get released while the war is still going on, we encourage their recruitment.
Discussing the implications of releasing terrorists during ongoing conflicts.
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