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On the recordJuly 23, 2019
I believe we in Congress have a duty to demand accountability and safeguard one of our Nation's highest principles that no one is above the law.
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Veronica Escobar
Democratic · Texas

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Escobar emphasizes Congress's responsibility to ensure accountability for the President's actions.

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