Chuck Schumer: “Americans plagued by high costs fired a political torpedo…”

“Democrat leader, we in a quorum? Yes. I ask unanimous consent, the quorum be dispensed with without objection. So, Mr. President, Americans plagued by high costs fired a political torpedo this week at Donald Trump and Republicans. They spoke loudly and clearly. We are fed up with the high cost of living. We are fed up with attacks on health care. We're fed up with your broken promises.” (00:37–00:45)

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