John Ratcliffe: “We will leave no one behind. We will come for you.”

“It is an honor to serve under a leader who just proved that you can believe him when he says, no matter what, We will leave no one behind. We will come for you. Thank you. Well, John, thank you for the collaboration of the CIA as well. Incredible and ongoing partnership. Ladies and gentlemen, fellow Americans, and especially the brave warriors in our armed forces.” (05:58–06:02)

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