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“No president likes leaks, but it’s worth noting candidate Trump’s path to power was tread on a road of leaks. He didn’t have a problem with leaks then. It’s not a moral position if you only hold it when it applies to you.”

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Jake Tapper
Jake Tapper

Jake Tapper is an American journalist known for his work at CNN. Born on March 12, 1969, he has been active in the news industry since the 1990s. Tapper is praised for his in-depth investigative reporting and news analysis, and is considered an important figure in the field of journalism. more

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