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Khanna calls for a truth and accountability commission
“Breitbart reports Democratic Representative Ro Khanna told MS NOW's All In on Friday, quote, we need a truth and accountability commission in this country.” — Hank Ledger, on air
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Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorBreitbart reports Democratic Representative Ro Khanna told MS NOW's All In on Friday, quote, we need a truth and accountability commission in this country.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentHe said it would hold President Trump, his family and Cabinet officials accountable. That is the claim.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorIs the claim that he said it?
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentYes. Breitbart quotes him saying it. The data does not say who would sit on it, or whether it would ever exist.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorSo a man asked for a commission. On television. At night.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentWait.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentWashington has a committee for everything. Soon there will be a committee to study the committees.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWith a subcommittee for snacks.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentAnd a very long hearing about who ate them.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe rating. The statement is real, the commission is imaginary. I give it Moderately Bonkers. Bonk.
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