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John Cornyn: “President Trump did what any shrewd businessman would do. He…”

Featuring: John Cornyn, Republican | U.S. Senate, Texas

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Cornyn Praises President Trump's Peace Efforts Abroad, Slams Democrats

Published | Video Starts at 06:24

And his deal making techniques were on full display last week when he secured a two week cease fire with Iran. In order to bring Iran to the negotiating table, President Trump did what any shrewd businessman would do. He applied credible pressure, threatening extreme action if a deal was not reached. Mainstream news outlets prematurely condemned his comments that they were soon proven wrong. By issuing a dramatic threat, President Trump commenced negotiations to bring the conflict to a close on terms that put America first. (06:24–06:35)

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