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Mitch McConnell: The nominee of the party? Absolutely. There`s no question, done. President Trump is practically and morally responsible…

On the recordFebruary 25, 2021
The nominee of the party? Absolutely. There`s no question, done. President Trump is practically and morally responsible for provoking the events of the day. The people who stormed this building believed they were acting on the wishes and instructions of their president. A mob was assaulting the Capitol in his name. These criminals were carrying his banners, hanging his flags and screaming their loyalty to him.
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Mitch McConnell
Republican · Kentucky
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msnbc.com

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McConnell discusses Trump's responsibility for the Capitol riots and his support for Trump as the party's nominee.

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