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House Progressive Leader Blames ‘Staff’ as She Withdraws Controversial Ukraine Letter

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After fierce backlash from Democrats, Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) said the letter had been drafted months ago and was “released by staff without vetting.”

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Justin Rohrlich 

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Justin Rohrlich

Justin Rohrlich

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