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Josh Shapiro: “The Commonwealth Attorneys act in Pennsylvania gives the…”

Featuring: Josh Shapiro, Democratic | Governor of Pennsylvania

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Do you think there is a performative aspect of the lawsuits you file against. I haven't seen your interview with the ag. Here's what I'll tell you. The Commonwealth Attorneys act in Pennsylvania gives the power to the governor if he so chooses to bring a legal action on behalf of the commonwealth. I have brought eight legal actions on behalf of the good people of Pennsylvania. And I've been able to bring back almost $3 billion that Donald Trump illegally took away from our commonwealth. (38:37–38:48)

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Asserts that the Commonwealth Attorneys Act allows the governor to bring legal action on behalf of Pennsylvania.

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