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On the recordSeptember 30, 2019
And the president said, yes, but first I have a favor though. And -- that's pretty powerful evidence.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Senator King refers to a conversation between President Trump and the Ukrainian president, suggesting it indicates a quid pro quo.

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