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On the recordAugust 29, 2019
I'm very concerned that the President is even saying things like don't worry, if you get it done, even violate the law, I will pardon you.
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Henry Cuellar
Democratic · Texas
Source
transcripts.cnn.com

Editor's note · Context

Cuellar expresses concern over Trump's comments regarding pardoning aides who might break the law while constructing the border wall.

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