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Ted Cruz: If a Russian missile intentionally shot down a United States aircraft, I would recommend a swift and forceful response.

On the recordMay 20, 2015
If a Russian missile intentionally shot down a United States aircraft, I would recommend a swift and forceful response.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Cruz emphasizes the need for a strong U.S. response to Russian aggression.

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