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Adam Kinzinger: “President Trump urged others to bring his big lie to life. He was willing to sacrifice our republic to prolong his…”

On the recordAugust 16, 2022
President Trump urged others to bring his big lie to life. He was willing to sacrifice our republic to prolong his presidency. I can imagine no more dishonorable act by a president.
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Adam Kinzinger
Republican · Illinois
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msnbc.com

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Adam Kinzinger criticizes Donald Trump's actions regarding the 2020 election.

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