Texas senator responds to Trump's vague 'destroy' comment
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February 9, 2017
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A state senator who may have been the target of President Donald Trump's suggestions that he and a Texas sheriff could "destroy" her career says she'll keep pushing to reform asset forfeiture laws.
Republican Sen. Konni Burton of Colleyville said in a statement Wednesday, "I will not be discouraged."
Trump's comment came Tuesday during a meeting with sheriffs. The remark followed Rockwall County Sheriff Harold Eavenson criticizing an unnamed state senator who believes police shouldn't receive forfeiture money unless a case produces convictions.
Trump responded: "We'll dest...
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