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Booker Slams Democrats Over Trump's Police Funding Freeze

7/30/2025

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Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) passionately challenged his Democratic colleagues on the Senate floor, accusing them of enabling President Trump's police funding freeze. He expressed frustration over their backing of bills that neglect Democratic states. In response, Cortez Masto defended the legislation, highlighting its bipartisan support and the critical need for law enforcement resources.

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Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) passionately challenged his Democratic colleagues on the Senate floor, accusing them of enabling President Trump's police funding freeze. He expressed frustration over their backing of bills that neglect Democratic states. In response, Cortez Masto defended the legislation, highlighting its bipartisan support and the critical need for law enforcement resources.