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Sen. Jeff Flake Plans Series Of Speeches Targeting Trump On Facts And Truth

"These speeches aren't necessarily just on the president, but on certain issues," the Republican told Morning Edition. "The first one will be on the need to have shared facts that we all agree on."
Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., speaks to reporters after announcing he will not seek re-election in October.

Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., is planning to take his crusade against President Trump's tendency to play fast and loose with the truth to the Senate floor.

The retiring lawmaker told 's Steve Inskeep he is planning a series of speeches about the critical importance of facts and truth to American democracy. Flake continues to

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