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Mark Pocan: “Donald Trump's responsible for 25% of our entire debt.”

Featuring: Mark Pocan, Democratic | U.S. House, Wisconsin, District 2

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With Liberty and Justice for Some Ep. 62 with Former Rep. John Tierney

Published | Video Starts at 04:32

Every time we spend excessive dollars on our security, we end up cutting. What really makes us secure is domestic programs that people need. Well, I mean, look at the fact that Donald Trump's responsible for 25% of our entire debt. This nation has, has come under Donald Trump and it's because of tax breaks to the wealthiest, because of wars of choice, because of this excessive Pentagon spending. (04:32–04:36)

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Asserts that Donald Trump is responsible for 25% of the United States' entire debt.

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