"We're looking at every opportunity and we're making assessments based on what's best for the country and what's best for my state in Arizona."
"At this point, we are going to take a risk that maybe it can be better than what it is. And, you know, we have been wrong... and we have been right in some of the people we've supported."
In a discussion with MSNBC's Chris Hayes, Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) explained his recent vote to confirm David Perdue, Trump's nominee for ambassador to China. Despite Perdue's controversial background, including allegations of election denial and insider trading, Gallego stressed the necessity of evaluating candidates based on their experience, particularly in the context of the ongoing trade war with China. He emphasized that sometimes supporting Republicans may be crucial for advancing his state's interests and the nation's well-being, highlighting a pragmatic approach to political decision-making amid partisan divides.
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