January 12, 2021
January 6 is a severe blow to America. What is to be done?
CNAS CEO Richard Fontaine appears on the John Batchelor Show to discuss the violent riots which took place by supporters of President Donald Trump in and around the United States Capitol on the afternoon and evening of January 6.
Listen to the full interview on the John Batchelor Show.
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