“The tariffs raised prices for families and contributed to core inflation.”
“This is the partisan draft. It's very obviously not going anywhere.”
“I get a little bit concerned when our administration pokes their finger in the eye of our allies.”

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On the recordJanuary 19, 2016
Elect Donald Trump and things may actually happen in Washington. Elect me, I promise you nothing will get done.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas
Source
transcripts.cnn.com

Editor's note · Context

Cruz contrasts his own approach to governance with that of Donald Trump, suggesting that Trump's election could lead to action in Washington.

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