Mike Johnson said "Senator Schumer knew he wouldn't pass this bill. His purpose is not the legislation. The purpose is to delegitimize elections ahead of the game and to intentionally divide the country." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

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Senator Schumer knew he wouldn't pass this bill. His purpose is not the legislation. The purpose is to delegitimize elections ahead of the game and to intentionally divide the country.

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Mike Johnson

Republican · Louisiana

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Accusing Schumer of using legislation to undermine election legitimacy.

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