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This Trumpy Long Island Politician Plans to Deputize Armed Civilians

‘OPEN SEASON’

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is taking heat for his bold plan to deploy deputized residents during county emergencies.

Zoe Hussain
Zoe Hussain
A photo of Bruce Blakeman
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Zoe Hussain

Zoe Hussain

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