Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 11, 2017
Are we, in fact, going to cut off economic relations or trade with 80 nations? It is an empty threat.
Said by
Gerry Connolly
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Connolly criticizes the President's threats to cut trade with multiple nations.

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