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Ron Johnson: “The administration must have known had information and…”

Featuring: Ron Johnson, Republican | U.S. Senate, Wisconsin

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Johnson Discusses Libya Attack on CNBC

Published | Video Starts at 01:52

And you really have to say, you know, killing four American heroes, quite honestly attacking our consulate. If that's not hostility toward America, I don't know what it is. So no, I think it's pretty apparent that The administration must have known had information and Ambassador Rice was sent out on the Sunday programs to mislead the American public. I find that outrageous and I think she needs to explain herself and explain herself fast. You know, Larry, we should also call for an independent investigation. (01:52–02:02)

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Asserts that the administration knew the attack was preplanned and sent Rice to mislead the public.

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