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'The tensions have been unmistakable': 'Awkward' divide grows between Trump and Thune

The divide between Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and President Trump seems to be growing after Trump upended the confirmation process for Jay Clayton as DNI. MS NOW Reporter Mychael Schnell reports the tension between the two men is “unmistakable.” Columnist for CT Insider Philip Bump joins Alicia Menendez with his analysis.

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