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Trump doubles down on DC construction projects as midterms loom

Washington Post analysis finds President Trump's focus on construction projects has increased, as he leaves his mark on DC with "250" Events and renovations even as midterms continue to loom. Ashley Parker, Staff Writer for The Atlantic and MS NOW Political Analyst; Charlie Dent, Former Republican Congressman from Pennsylvania; and Basil Smikle, Democratic Strategist and MS NOW Political Analyst discuss with Katy.

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