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BREAKING: Christine Blasey Ford wants an FBI investigation into Kavanaugh's attempted rape before testifying on Capital Hill. Dr. Ford's attorney sent a letter to Grassley informing him that she will not appear at a public hearing without an FBI investigation.
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Christine Blasey Ford attorneys' letter to Grassley: "A full FBI investigation will ensure crucial facts & witnesses in this matter are assessed in a non-partisan manner & the Committee is fully informed before any hearing or making any decisions."
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"Dr. Ford has been the target of vicious harassment and death threats and has been forced to leave her home. We welcome the opportunity to discuss reasonable steps as to how she can cooperate while also taking care of her health & security."
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Lisa Banks, attorney for Christine Blasey Ford, calling for an FBI investigation: "There's no reason that we should have a public hearing on Monday. This is being rushed through, and it's too important to be rushed through."
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Christine Blasey Ford's attorneys: "A full FBI investigation will ensure that the crucial facts and WITNESSES in this matter are assessed in a non-partisan manner..."
Kavanaugh's accomplice Mark Judge would not get away with lying to the FBI.
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