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May 2021
8m 17s

Election Audit Fever

CNN
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The House may have passed the January 6 commission with 35 Republican votes yesterday, but the bill is likely dead on arrival in the Senate. David Chalian explains why Republicans are still protecting Trump and what other options lie ahead for Democrats. Plus, Georgia Republicans bolster the Big Lie as they seek an Arizona-like election audit in their state. ... Show More
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