Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 6, 2023
I don't think it's just protected political speech when you make a threat, because, look, there are people out there that are going to take that seriously and they can go to take action.
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Adam Kinzinger
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Adam Kinzinger expresses concern over the potential consequences of Donald Trump's threatening statements.

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