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On the recordOctober 7, 2021
I would suggest, modestly, follow the law, instead of the ravings of this former president. He is -- doesn`t have the power to pardon you anymore, and probably I hope never will again.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Durbin urges compliance with the law rather than following Trump, emphasizing Trump's loss of power.

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