He was rooting for them.

In fact, other Republicans in the House noticed how uncommonly close they really were.

Kevin reached out early on to have a dialogue … and they just developed a trust over time."

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He continued, “The president bears responsibility for [the] attack on Congress by mob rioter.

He should have immediately denounced the mob when he saw what was unfolding.

These facts require immediate action by President Trump.”

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