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Ted Cruz: “The most likely instance of criminal conduct is if they lied…”

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That is important as a deterrent, is it's also important for accountability. And then if anyone violated the law, if anyone committed criminal conduct, they should be prosecuted. And The most likely instance of criminal conduct is if they lied under oath. And you frequently have individuals who testify before Congress or otherwise are lying under oath. That's the most direct way of criminal liability. (13:36–13:42)

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