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Michael Blake: “Richie Torres stated clearly that he supports the war and…”

Featuring: Michael Blake, Democratic | Former Candidate, U.S. House New York, District 15

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BronxTalk: The 15th Congressional District Primary Debate

Published | Video Starts at 14:03

Richard Torres is lying to you when he sends out mailers and saying that he opposes the war. The Guy Benson interview In June of 2025, Richie Torres stated clearly that he supports the war and concretely also supports the US And Israeli government in the actions they're taking against Iran. You have never heard Richie Torres actually say he opposes the war. His mail, which is lying to you, is indicating that he wanted to take action against Donald Trump having unilateral power. (14:03–14:15)

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Asserts that Richie Torres supports the war and US and Israeli actions against Iran.

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