Ted Cruz: “I think there's a real chance the President will recognize…”

“It requires the status of a state. I urge you to grant it that recognition. This is obviously significant. What are the chances that this could move forward this way? Look, I'm optimistic. I think there's a real chance the President will recognize Somaliland. As I said, they've been an ally to us. They've been an ally. This is a Muslim country in a very dangerous part of Africa. And they've shown real courage.” (05:26–05:31)

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