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Marco Rubio: Let there be no confusion about why: President Lula and his government have not negotiated with the US in good faith.

On the recordJuly 16, 2026
Let there be no confusion about why: President Lula and his government have not negotiated with the US in good faith.
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Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Commenting on Brazil's negotiation stance.

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