Sessions Battles Franken: I Conducted No Improper Discussions with Russia

‘Give me a break’

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SESSIONS: “Well, let me just say this without hesitation. That I conducted no improper discussions with Russians at any time regarding a campaign or any other item facing this country. And I want to say that first. And that’s been the suggestion that you’ve raised and others. That somehow we had conversations that were improper.”
FRANKEN: “May I suggest that —“
SESSIONS: “No, no, no, you had a long time, Senator Franken. I’d like to respond. I think I have a —“
FRANKEN: “We’ll note that Senator Cruz went two minutes over. They’re going to cut me off, so I want to ask you some questions.”
SESSIONS: “No, Mr. Chairman, I don’t have to sit in here and listen to his —“
FRANKEN:” You’re the one who testified.”
SESSIONS: “ — charges without having a chance to respond. Give me a break.”

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