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Charles E. Schumer: “Republicans received that opportunity two years ago and completely squandered it.”

On the recordNovember 4, 2026
Republicans received that opportunity two years ago and completely squandered it.
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Charles E. Schumer
New York

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Schumer critiques Republican leadership.

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