Donald Trump's Arguement To Cop Killers

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Donald Trump vowed that if he becomes president, then he will make sure people who kill cops get the punishment they deserve. He stated he will issue an executive order that will mandate the death penalty for people who kill cops. He stated that he wants to send a strong message to cop killers.

Donald Trump discussed the executive order he wants to mandate with a crowd in New Hampshire. The New England Police Benevolent Association were also in the crowd. They have endorsed Donald Trump for president. Trump also discussed a 2014 shooting. Two cops in New York City were shot while they were waiting in their squad car. This shooting prompted outcry from conservatives. Some conservatives have accused President Obama of encouraging people to harbor

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