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Texts Behind GOP Senator’s Failed ‘Gotcha’ Reportedly Didn’t Even Name a Basketball Team

Eric Schmitt's (R-MO) botched attempt to catch Jack Smith in a lie did not actually name either of the teams involved. The post Texts Behind GOP Senator's Failed 'Gotcha' Reportedly Didn't Even Name a Basketball Team first appeared on Mediaite.

Texts Behind GOP Senator’s Failed ‘Gotcha’ Reportedly Didn’t Even Name a Basketball Team

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Eric Schmitt's (R-MO) botched attempt to catch Jack Smith in a lie did not actually name either of the teams involved.

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Eric Schmitt's (R-MO) botched attempt to catch Jack Smith in a lie did not actually name either of the teams involved. The post Texts Behind GOP Senator's Failed 'Gotcha' Reportedly Didn't Even Name a Basketball Team first appeared on Mediaite.

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