Kristi Noem: “That federal order was a little ridiculous because that…”

“I have. Are your agents going to apply? The White House has asked him to. Sorry. With the federal order on Friday to not use chemical agents. That federal order was a little ridiculous because that federal judge came down and told us we couldn't do what we already aren't doing. We are, but we just saw video. Of chemical agents being used. We only use those chemical agents when there's violence happening and perpetuating.” (13:05–13:13)

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