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On the recordFebruary 4, 2021
Any official accused of inciting armed violence against the government of the United States should welcome the chance to testify openly and honestly. That is if the official had a defense. We will prove at trial that President Trump’s conduct was indefensible. His immediate refusal to testify speaks volumes and plainly establishes an adverse inference supporting his guilt.
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Jamie Raskin
Democratic · Maryland
Source
msnbc.com

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Raskin emphasizes the importance of accountability and the implications of Trump's refusal to testify in his impeachment trial.

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