Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 10, 2024
What is the point of being a senator if you let Donald Trump make all of the decisions for you?
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

Editor's note · Context

Senator Murray critiques her colleagues' reliance on Trump.

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