President Trump Condemns Political Violence,
Slams Big Tech Censorship in New
Video Message From White House
Posted By: Imright, 1/13/2021 8:08:40 PM
President Trump on Wednesday evening released a video message from the White House condemning political violence.“I want to be very clear: I unequivocally condemn the violence that we saw last week. Violence and vandalism have absolutely no place in our country,” Trump said.“No true supporter of mine could ever endorse political violence. No true supporter of mine could ever disrespect law enforcement or our great American flag,” he said.President Trump condemned Big Tech censorship and Soviet-style
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Nancy Pelosi wants $5,000 fines for
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detectors, dodge Capitol security 10 replies
lawmakers who ignore metal
detectors, dodge Capitol security 10 replies
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Joe Biden’s inauguration amid security concerns 37 replies
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Trump, Mayor de Blasio says,
citing deadly Capitol siege 37 replies
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"Tonight, I have the solemn privilege of naming the Managers of the impeachment trial of Donald Trump," said Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "It is their constitutional and patriotic duty to present the case for the President's impeachment and removal. They will do so guided by their great love of country, determination to protect our democracy and loyalty to our oath to the Constitution. Our Managers will honor their duty to defend democracy For The People with great solemnity,
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