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David Gergen: “But it's very clear that the President of the United States believes that he has the right, and he will exercise it, to…”

On the recordFebruary 13, 2020
But it's very clear that the President of the United States believes that he has the right, and he will exercise it, to take a sword to his enemies through the Department of Justice, and - and build a shield for himself and for his friend through the Department of Justice.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Gergen discusses the President's perceived use of the Department of Justice for personal and political protection.

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