Former US President Donald Trump speaks at the America First Policy Institute Agenda Summit in Washington, DC on July 26, 2022. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN / AFP) (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)
Reality Check: Trump's 'law and order' speech does not add up to his actions as president
Former President Donald Trump delivered a "law and order" speech during his first return to Washington, DC, since leaving office, but his words sharply contrasted with his actions during the January 6 insurrection. CNN's John Avlon has more.
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Former US President Donald Trump speaks at the America First Policy Institute Agenda Summit in Washington, DC on July 26, 2022. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN / AFP) (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)
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