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Tim Pawlenty: “If somebody makes a credible threat of violence against a public official, regardless of their political background…”

On the recordFebruary 18, 2025
If somebody makes a credible threat of violence against a public official, regardless of their political background, that person should be prosecuted or at least investigated.
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Tim Pawlenty

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Tim Pawlenty discusses the importance of prosecuting credible threats against public officials.

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