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On the recordNovember 11, 2024
First, Mr. Trump won the election and I do believe, I've worked in the White House, the president should have a very, very wide berth to put together the Cabinet that they want and need to run the country.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

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Begala discusses Trump's authority in selecting his Cabinet.

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