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Tony Evers: “A Trump administration official, in not so many words…”

Featuring: Tony Evers, Democratic | Governor of Wisconsin

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Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers Addresses Threats from Trump Administration

Published | Video Starts at 00:08

Good morning, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers here. I'm speaking to you today as your governor, but also as a concerned American. Yesterday, A Trump administration official, in not so many words, apparently threatened to arrest me for distributing guidance. that asked state agency employees to consult with an attorney if federal agents show up at state buildings with legal documents. The goal of this guidance was simple. (00:08–00:17)

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