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Senate Republicans Oppose Trump Nominee Over Controversial Remarks

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Senate Republicans Oppose Trump Nominee Over Controversial Remarks
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Senate Majority Leader Thune announced that Paul Ingrassia's nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel is unlikely to succeed due to controversy over racist text messages and past conspiracy theories, with significant opposition from Republicans and scrutiny over his past statements and ties.

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  1. ‘He’s not going to pass’: Thune says controversial Trump nominee for whistleblower office won’t be confirmed  CNN
  2. Dems demand Trump pull watchdog office nominee after reported ‘racist’ texts  The Hill
  3. Trump nominee reportedly boasted of ‘Nazi streak’ in group chats  The Guardian
  4. Republicans set to reject Trump nominee Ingrassia after offensive texts  https-//www.semafor.com
  5. Rick Scott will oppose embattled Trump nom Ingrassia  Politico

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