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On the recordMay 6, 2013
They continue to develop rocket technology, long-term rocket technology as well, which--the purpose of which really--the only reason from a cost-effective perspective to develop long-range rockets is to be able to put a nuclear warhead on them.
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Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida

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Rubio argues that Iran's rocket development indicates intentions for nuclear weapon capability.

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