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Mark Warner: “It adds 4.5 trillion to the debt.”

Featuring: Mark Warner, Democratic | U.S. Senate from Virginia

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Senator Mark Warner Discusses Senate Bill, University of Virginia Controversy, and Iran Tensions

Published | Video Starts at 02:24

And for what? This was to make sure that the highest most wealthy Americans can get an extra tax break. And as you just saw on your chyron, there's It adds 4.5 trillion to the debt. I think many of my Republican friends know they're walking the plank on this. And we'll see if those who've expressed quiet consternation will actually have the courage of their convictions. (02:24–02:27)

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Asserts that the proposed bill would increase the national debt by $4.5 trillion.

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