Beto O'Rourke Escorted Out Of Uvalde Press Conference After Confronting Gov. Greg Abbott

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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke gets into heated exchange with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Texas House Speaker Rep. Dade Phelan were holding a press conference in Uvalde, Texas. The outburst came shortly after Abbott spoke to the importance of mental health evaluations in the wake of such events.

1 month ago·Uvalde, United States

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Reuters

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The Guardian

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CTV News

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The Independent

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USA Today

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Washington Times

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1 month ago·Washington, United States

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