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Matt Cartwright: “Mr. Trump held [up Javelin missiles] to try to get dirt on…”

Featuring: Matt Cartwright, Democratic | Former U.S. House, Pennsylvania, District 8

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Pennsylvania 8th Congressional District Debate

Published | Video Starts at 38:39

Well, he had it coming. Okay. I didn't impeach him because I hate him. Remember, you know, all the success the Ukrainians are having with the Javelin missiles against the Russian aggression? Mr. Trump held [up Javelin missiles] to try to get dirt on Joe Biden. I didn't think that was right. I thought that was an impeachable offense. And that's how I voted for it. I call him as I see him. Don't hate anybody. Don't even hate Donald Trump. In fact, there are things I like about Donald Trump. (38:39–48:28)

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Claims Trump withheld Javelin missiles to pressure Ukraine for information on Joe Biden, which he considered impeachable.

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