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Mitch McConnell: January 6 was a disgrace. American citizens attacked their own government. There’s no question, none. President Trump is…

On the recordDecember 17, 2021
January 6 was a disgrace. American citizens attacked their own government. There’s no question, none. President Trump is practically and morally responsible for provoking the events of the day. No question about it.
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Mitch McConnell
Republican · Kentucky
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msnbc.com

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McConnell condemns the January 6 events and holds Trump responsible for provoking them.

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