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On the recordApril 28, 2019
My record is pretty clear. I voted against an article of impeachment where Clinton clearly lied, but it was about a personal matter. I thought it would be good for the office. I don't think it would be good for the office of the presidency to impeach President Trump when he fully cooperated with the special counsel.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

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Graham compares his stance on Clinton's impeachment to his current position on Trump, emphasizing cooperation with the special counsel.

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