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Jul 2020
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Everything You Need to Know About the Ne...

Charlie Kirk
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As Senate Republicans float their “opening bid” for the latest trillion dollar stimulus proposal, Charlie breaks down what exactly is expected to be inside the plan, how Democrats are already lying about the Republican's proposal (demanding... 
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