Cory Booker: “This is a shocking and unprecedented moment where I am now in charge.”

On the recordMarch 23, 2015

This is a shocking and unprecedented moment where I am now in charge.

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Democratic · New Jersey

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Senator Booker humorously acknowledges his temporary leadership role in the hearing.

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